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Alex Schwazer, 40, Clocks 38:24 in Bolzano for European Masters Record, No. 4 Italian All-Time

The 40-year-old raced out of classification in his home region, pursuing selective starts alongside a fitness consultancy role.

Overview

  • Schwazer set a 10,000m race walk personal best of 38:24 at the Trentino–Alto Adige regional meet in Bolzano.
  • The time is a European masters record and ranks fourth on the Italian all-time list.
  • His mark is the third fastest by an Italian this season, trailing Massimo Stano and Francesco Fortunato.
  • He competed fuori classifica due to being registered in Veneto with ASD Atletica San Biagio.
  • He trains five days a week under coach Domenico Pozzovivo, cites limited time for longer events, and works as a fitness consultant including for FC Südtirol.