A new chapter, the same legendary spirit
After the success of the biennial editions, there could only be one answer: since 1987 the “Spring Race” would be back every year. The rebirth of the Red Arrow was now complete.
1987: a new start
On the day of the sealing ceremony, Piazza della Vittoria turned into a living room. Here Bruno Boni, the Mayor of the 1000 Miglia and later President of the Chamber of Commerce, received illustrious guests, just as in all the post-war editions. At the start, Lorella Cuccarini led the many stars that walked on the platform, stealing the flashes of photographers from the Prince of Kent.
After the Brescia-Rome-Brescia race, victory went to a Formula 1 driver: Alessandro Nannini, that until today, is the only professional driver to have won the 1000 Miglia.
1988: the rise of the Red Arrow
1988 was a turning point: from the biennial organization, supported by a voluntary service, it became necessary to set up a permanent structure with permanent employees, able to guarantee the annual scheduling of the event.
Good results soon arrive: the new 1000 Miglia began an ascent that led it to be recognized as “the most beautiful race in the world”. While the legendary events of the speed race editions remained unique and Brescia became known worldwide as “the city of the 1000 Miglia”.
A long-lasting success
Between Automobile Club Brescia and Marva Srl, the company set up by the organizers, a contract was signed that provided for the entrusting of the 1000 Miglia for four-year periods.
After the 1989 edition, known as the year of uninterrupted rainfall and with the President of the Italian Republic Francesco Cossiga attending the sealing ceremony, the Nineties began under the sign of communication.
One only needs to think of the 1.500 information workers that arrive in Brescia from all over the world.
1000 Miglia in the world
Thanks to its fame, the Red Arrow attracts fans from all over the world, extending well beyond Brescia. It is such a great success that, during the Nineties, the phenomenon led to the creation of many independent international events, appointments and initiatives inspired by the 1000 Miglia.
- 1991: the “American Friends of the Mille Miglia” club is founded and, since the 1990s, it has organized a motoring event called “California Mille”.
- 1992: a race called “La Festa Mille Miglia” continues to be held in Japan.
- 1996: the “Mil Millas Sport de la República Argentina” started again, an Italian-Argentine co-production of organizers and fans, who resumed the traditional race that was held in Argentina in the Forties.
Museo della Mille Miglia
In 2004, in the ancient Monastery of S. Eufemia della Fonte in Brescia, the Mille Miglia museum was inaugurated thanks to a group of enthusiasts who financed the restoration of the monastery and the setting-up of the museum.
The Automobile Club of Brescia, in addition to taking an active part as a member of the Association that runs the Museum, made available the Historical Archive of the 1000 Miglia, which it owns.
The management and the organization of the Red Arrow
The management of the Miglia by Marva Srl ended in 2007: the Automobile Club of Brescia announced a tender for the 5 year assignment of the management of all operations marked by the Red Arrow.
ATI (Associazione Temporanea d’Imprese) made up of MAC Group Srl, Meet Communication Srl and Sanremorally Srl won the tender and management ended in 2012 with the holding of the 30th edition of the Race.
Since 2013, the organization of the race and the management of the brand and licenses have been handled directly by the Automobile Club of Brescia, through its subsidiary 1000 Miglia Srl, an in-house company wholly owned by the organization.
The route of the “traveling museum”
If the number of entry applications increases year after year, the route, except for a few variations, is always the same. An itinerary that, respecting the original roads, the journey continues to represent one of the best promotions of Italy and its excellences.
The Red Arrow: a symbol rich in history
In designing the “red arrow” with white writing, in order to indicate the race path, Renzo Castagneto could not have thought that, at the beginning of the third millennium, his symbol would have continued to indicate what is still the “most beautiful race in the world”.
An event with very different characteristics from the original speed race, which continues to be a prestigious, internationally known and loved brand.
All the organizers of the 1000 Miglia
From the 1000 Miglia speed race to the re-enactment of the vintage car Race, there have been many organizers and promoters over the years. Personalities who have been able to enrich each edition with a pioneering spirit and a passion for excellence.
1927 – 1940 (except 1939): Royal Automobile Club of Brescia.
1947 – 1957: Automobile Club of Brescia.
1958 – 1961 (Editions with Rally formula, except 1960): Automobile Club of Brescia.
1967 (“10 Miglia” Re-enactment): Musical Watch Veteran Car Club Brescia.
1968 (Historical Re-enactment for the launch of the Alfa Romeo 1750): Alfa Romeo S.p.A.
1977 (Historical Re-enactment): M. W. V. C. Club and ACI Brescia.
1982 – 2007 (except 1983 e 1985, Historical Commemoration): Marva Srl under licence from ACI Brescia.
2008 – 2012 (Historical Re-enactment): A.T.I. under licence from ACI Brescia.
Since 2013 (Historical Re-enactment): 1000 Miglia Srl, in-house company of Automobile Club of Brescia.
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This is the #1000Miglia 2024 🫶🏻
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Questa è la #1000Miglia 2024 🫶🏻
Jun 25
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The excitement is even stronger when it is shared! 🚗❤️
Special thanks to all the Partners who accompanied us on this incredible adventure.
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L’emozione è ancora più forte quando è condivisa! 🚗❤️
Un ringraziamento speciale a tutti i Partner che ci hanno accompagnato in questa incredibile avventura.
@chopard @jpmorganprivatebank @vredestein @villatrasqua @the_fast_lane_club @thehoutkampcollection @fastcarsltd @way2drive.nl @franciacorta
Jun 16
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We also celebrate the winners of the Ladies` Cup of the #1000Miglia2024 and, with them, all the female crews who took part in the race this year. 🚗🏆
The winners were Silvia Marini and Irene Dei Tos who, in a Cistalia 202 S Mm Spider from 1947, finished the race in 27 place overall🥇
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Festeggiamo anche le vincitrici della Coppa delle Dame della #1000Miglia2024 e, con loro, tutti gli equipaggi al femminile che quest’anno hanno preso parte alla Corsa. 🚗🏆
A trionfare sono state Silvia Marini e Irene Dei Tos che, a bordo di una Cistalia 202 S Mm Spider del 1947, hanno chiuso la gara al 27 posto assoluto🥇
Jun 15
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The #1000Miglia2024 finished on the Viale Venezia platform 🔚🥲
Here are the names of the winners 🏆:
🥇 Andrea Vesco and Fabio Salvinelli in a Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Ss Spider Z from 1929
🥈 Gianmmario Fontanella and Anna Maria Covelli in a Lancia Lambda Casaro VII Serie from 1927
🥉 Alberto Aliverti and Stefano Valente in a Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Ss Spider Z from 1929
The winners were awarded the Coppa 1000 Miglia 2024, a work of art created by Dutch artist Sabine Marcelis, a perfect metaphor for a Team victory:
the sculpture, in fact, is composed of two parts that, when joined together, make up a whole. Two complementary pieces, designed to be autonomous and intended for the driver and co-driver, which only through their union find completeness 💫
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Sulla pedana di Viale Venezia si è conclusa la #1000Miglia2024 🔚🥲
Ecco i nomi dei vincitori🏆:
🥇Andrea Vesco e Fabio Salvinelli a bordo di una Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Ss Spider Z del 1929
🥈 Gianmmario Fontanella e Anna Maria Covelli a bordo di una Lancia Lambda Casaro VII Serie del 1927
🥉 Alberto Aliverti e Stefano Valente a bordo di una Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Ss Spider Z del 1929
I vincitori si sono aggiudicati la Coppa 1000 Miglia 2024, un’opera d’arte realizzata dall’artista olandese Sabine Marcelis, metafora perfetta della vittoria in Team:
la scultura, infatti, è composta da due parti che, unite, la compongono nella sua interezza. Due pezzi complementari, pensati per essere autonomi e destinati a pilota e copilota, che solo con la loro unione trovano completezza💫
Jun 15
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After some 2200 km through some of the most beautiful places in Italy, the crews reached #Brescia
Let’s review the best moments of Leg 5 🥲🚗🏁
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Dopo circa 2200 km attraversando alcuni tra i luoghi più belli d’Italia, gli equipaggi hanno raggiunto #Brescia
Rivediamo i momenti più belli della Tappa 5 🥲🚗🏁
Jun 15
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Once again, this year the passage on Lake Garda returns: the competing cars paraded along the Brescian shore of the Benaco passing through #Peschiera, #Sirmione and #Desenzano🌊
all the way to the coastal towns of the Valtenesi: #Padenghe, #Moniga, #Manerba and #SanFelicedelBenaco saluted the race before arriving in #Salò and continuing towards the finish in #Brescia 🚗🔜📍
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Anche quest’anno torna il passaggio sul Lago di Garda: le auto in gara hanno sfilato lungo la sponda bresciana del Benaco attraversando #Peschiera, #Sirmione e #Desenzano🌊
fino ai comuni rivieraschi della Valtenesi: #Padenghe, #Moniga, #Manerba e #SanFelicedelBenaco hanno salutato la Corsa prima di giungere a #Salò e proseguire verso l’arrivo di #Brescia 🚗🔜📍
Jun 15
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Bologna kicked off the last part of the 42nd edition of the most beautiful race in the world, which on this final day will encounter unparalleled historic places and postcards.
📍 #Ferrara
📍 #Bovolone
📍 #Villafranca di Verona
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Bologna ha dato il via all’ultimo capitolo della 42^ edizione della Corsa più bella del mondo, che in quest’ultima giornata incontrerà luoghi storici e cartoline senza eguali.
📍#Ferrara
📍#Bovolone
📍#Villafranca di Verona
Jun 15
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Whilst the 5th and last Leg is on its way, tell us in the comments which was your favourite moment of Leg 4🎥✨🚗
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Mentre è partita la 5 ed ultima Tappa, racconta nei commenti qual è stato il tuo momento preferito della Tappa 4 🎥✨🚗
Jun 15
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The last kilometres in Tuscany will pay homage to the history of the 1000 Miglia with the Futa and Raticosa Passes, which, together with the Cisa Pass, are a faithful representation of the boldness of racing in the old days 🏎️
Piazza Luciano Bracci in San Lazzaro di Savena will be the finish line of the second last day of the race 💪🏻
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Gli ultimi chilometri toscani renderanno omaggio alla storia della 1000 Miglia di velocità con il valico dei Passi della Futa e della Raticosa che, insieme al Passo della Cisa, sono una fedele rappresentazione dell’audacia delle corse del passato 🏎️
Sarà la Piazza Luciano Bracci di San Lazzaro di Savena a l’arrivo della penultima giornata di gara 💪🏻
Jun 14
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Leaving the main town of Tuscany, the #1000Miglia crossed the Chianti hills to arrive in #Radda in Chianti 🌾
A few kilometres later, the crews carried out the Average Trial of the Testalepre Pass, the first and only Florentine sports activity, before reaching the city of #Prato 📍
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Lasciato il capoluogo toscano, la #1000Miglia ha attraversato le colline del Chianti per arrivare a #Radda in Chianti 🌾
Pochi chilometri e gli equipaggi hanno svolto la Prova di Media del Passo Testalepre, prima ed unica attività sportiva fiorentina, prima di raggiungere la città di #Prato📍
Jun 14
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The most beautiful race in the world made its return to the unforgettable and unique territory of Siena with the first Passage Control in #Sinalunga. In the evocative scenery of the Crete Senesi, the San Gimignanello Time Trials took place 🖼️.
The cars then drove through the heart of the ancient Etruscan centre of #Asciano to arrive at the Campo, the Piazza of the Palio in #Siena, which kicked off the last leg 💚🤍❤️
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La Corsa più bella del mondo ha fatto il suo ritorno nell’imperdibile e unico territorio senese con la prima attività di Controllo Timbro a #Sinalunga. Nei suggestivi scenari delle Crete Senesi si sono svolte le Prove Cronometrate di San Gimignanello🖼️
Le auto hanno poi percorso il cuore dell’antico centro etrusco di #Asciano per arrivare al Campo, la Piazza del Palio di #Siena, che ha dato il via all’ultimo settore di Tappa💚🤍❤️
Jun 14
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After the Time Trials in Baschi, #Orvieto welcome the Red Arrow: continuing through the Terni area, surrounded by hillsides covered in olive groves and vineyards, there were the Time Trials in Montegabbione, the last sporting activity before the break 📍
The lunch break of the fourth leg was #Solomeo, whose beauty accompanied the cars to Corciano`s most illustrious company: Brunello Cucinelli 💫
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Dopo le Prove Cronometrate di Baschi è stata #Orvieto ad accogliere la Freccia Rossa: proseguendo nei territori ternani immersi tra le colline ricoperte da ulivi e vigneti, si sono tenute le Prove Cronometrate di Montegabbione, ultima attività sportiva prima della sosta 📍
Il break della pausa pranzo della quarta tappa è #Solomeo che con le sue bellezze ha accompagnato le auto sino all’azienda corcianese più illustre: Brunello Cucinelli💫
Jun 14