There can only be one champion. And historically our neighborhood (Borgo della Torre) had never been it since the beginning of the Palio which started in 1979. Our friend Roby signed me up to take part in the games, knowing that I liked a little competition. After two trial runs on the box car, I was the chosen driver for our borgo. I was to be push from the top of the hill, just up from Sibilla, drive around the block, back up past Luca's school and then one steep curve into the main piazza. In the end, it's less how about how fast you can drive, and more about not hitting bales of hay, not launching your pusher when you hit a speed bump, and having the strongest boys in Pecetto push you up a long hill.
Our Blue and White for all to see.
The Car, the prizes, and the 5 roped of areas for each Borgo.
Ready for battle. Scarf was removed before the race, we've learned from past experiences.
Off to the races.
Taking our serious walk of the course.
Blowing past Sibilla at 20 Km
Zigzagging through the Library parking lot.
End result, a Formula One style celebration!
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