Roberto Lacedelli
Italian alpine skier (1919–1983)
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Roberto Lacedelli (2 June 1919 – 26 July 1983) was an Italian alpine skier.
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | 2 June 1919 Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy |
| Died | 26 July 1983 (aged 64) |
| Occupation | Alpine skier |
| Sport | |
Life and career
Born in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Lacedelli started his professional career in 1937 and competed in the slalom, ski jumping, combined and downskill specialties.[1] During the World War II he took refuge in Switzerland, where he continued to compete using the false name Smeterlink.[2] He competed at the 1948 Winter Olympics and the 1952 Winter Olympics,[3][4] and at three FIS Alpine World Ski Championships.[1] He was also national champion in various specialties five times.[4] He retired in 1952, and after his retirement he worked as a ski and tennis trainer.[1] Among the athletes he trained, there was Giuliana Minuzzo.[2]
Lacedelli died of cerebral embolism while giving a tennis lesson on 26 July 1983, at the age of 64.[1][4] His sons Renato and Aldo are both former hockey players who played for the Italian national team.[4]
