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“Good is something you do, not something you talk about. Some medals are pinned to your soul, not to your jacket.”

Quote by Gino Bartali

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Gino Bartali was an Italian cyclist who is considered one of the greatest cyclists of all time. He won the Tour de France twice and the Giro d'Italia three times. Bartali was also a decorated war hero for his role in the Italian Resistance during World War II. more

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