Overview
- Zilio was discovered unresponsive at her home on Monday, October 13, by her parents after they were unable to reach her.
- Police and media reports say natural causes are being evaluated, but no official determination has been announced.
- Known in the Veneto running community, she held a marathon personal best of 2:52:43 and finished second at the Verona Marathon in 2022 after placing eighth in Venice in 2016.
- She competed as recently as October 5 at the StrArzignano 10 km, where she finished seventh among women.
- The Marano Vicentino native had a law background and worked in secretarial roles at Km Sport in San Martino Buon Albergo, drawing tributes from Vicenza Marathon, Verona Run Marathon, and regional athletics leaders.