 Banzi as discus thrower. | |
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| National team | Italy: 1 cap (1927) [1] |
| Born | 2 February 1906 Milan, Italy |
| Died | ? ? |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Athletics |
| Event | Several |
| Club | Pro Patria et Libertate [1] |
| Achievements and titles | |
| Personal bests |
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Three-time national champion at individual senior level. [3]
Busto Arsizio, 11 October 1923) - record holder until 12 October 1924. [1] Milan, 17 June 1923) - record holder until 14 September 1924. [1] 
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