| Laura Zacchilli | |
|---|---|
| Country represented |  Italy |
| Born | 2 October 1980 |
| Discipline | Rhythmic gymnastics |
| Level | Senior International Elite |
| Years on national team | 1999-2004 (?) |
Laura Zacchilli (born 2 October 1980) is an Italian individual rhythmic gymnast. She represents her nation at international competitions.
She participated at the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens. She also competed at world championships, including at the 1999, 2001 and 2003 World Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships. [1]
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