Alberto Pigaiani

Biographical information

RolesCompeted in Olympic Games
SexMale
Full nameAlberto•Pigaiani
Used nameAlberto•Pigaiani
Born12 July 1928 in Milano, Milano (ITA)
Died15 June 2003 in Milano, Milano (ITA)
Measurements174 cm / 130-132 kg
AffiliationsS.G. Pro Patria, Milano (ITA)
NOC Italy
Medals OG
Gold 0
Silver 0
Bronze 1
Total 1

Biography

Alberto Pigaiani had the following podium finishes at major championships: 3rd in the 1956 Olympics Unlimited class (452.5 kg); 3rd in the 1957 World Championships Unlimited class (452.5 kg); 2nd in the 1956 European Championships Unlimited class (432.5 kg); 2nd in the 1958 European Championships Unlimited class (440.0 kg); 3rd in the 1960 European Championships Unlimited class (445.0 kg).

Results

Games Discipline (Sport) / Event NOC / Team Pos Medal As
1956 Summer Olympics Weightlifting ITA Alberto Pigaiani
Heavyweight, Men (Olympic) 3 Bronze
1960 Summer Olympics Weightlifting ITA Alberto Pigaiani
Heavyweight, Men (Olympic) 7

Special Notes