| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Italian |
| Born | 18 April 1984 Rieti |
| Height | 1.76 m (5 ft 9 in) |
| Weight | 85 kg (187 lb) |
| Sport | |
| Country |  Italy |
| Sport | Athletics |
| Event(s) | Discus throw |
| Club | G.S. Esercito |
| Coached by | Roberto Casciani |
| Achievements and titles | |
| Personal best(s) |
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She participated at the 2014 European Athletics Championships (13th) and 2016 European Athletics Championships (25th) in both cases she failed to qualify to the final.
Tarquinia, 13 June 2018
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