| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Italian |
| Born | 18 October 1966 Rimini |
| Sport | |
| Country |  Italy |
| Sport | Athletics |
| Event(s) | Long-distance running |
| Achievements and titles | |
| Personal best(s) |
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Graziano Calvaresi (born 18 October 1966) is a former Italian male long-distance runner who competed at the 1993 IAAF World Half Marathon Championships at senior level. [1]
| Year | Competition | Venue | Rank | Event | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Half Marathon Championships |  Brussels | 17th | Half marathon | 1:02:19 | [2] |
| 1994 | European Championships |  Helsinki | DNF | Marathon | No time |
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