#TargaFlorio

The Targa Florio was one of the oldest and most demanding road races in international motorsport. Founded in 1906 by Sicilian industrialist and motoring enthusiast Vincenzo Florio, it was held on public roads in the Madonie mountains near Palermo. The original Grande Circuito measured almost 149 km per lap, while later versions progressively shortened the course. From 1951 the race was generally held on the approximately 72 km Piccolo Circuito delle Madonie, a narrow and highly technical route running through mountain roads, villages and rural landscapes. In the final World Championship years, from 1970 to 1973, the race covered 11 laps and approximately 792 km. The Targa Florio became one of the major events of international sports-car racing and formed part of the World Sportscar Championship during much of the period from 1955 to 1973, with 1957 representing an exceptional edition. Leading manufacturers including Ferrari, Porsche, Alfa Romeo, Maserati and Mercedes-Benz competed there, developing cars and technical solutions specifically suited to its combination of relatively low average speeds, constant changes of direction and severe mechanical demands. Porsche became particularly associated with the event, taking its 11th overall victory in 1973. Cars such as the Porsche 908/3, Ferrari 312 PB and Alfa Romeo Tipo 33 became closely identified with the race. By the early 1970s, increasing performance and changing safety standards made the Madonie road circuit progressively less suitable for international competition. After the 1973 edition, the Targa Florio lost its World Championship status but continued as an Italian national event. The traditional circuit race ended in 1977, when the event was stopped after four laps following an accident in which two spectators were killed. The Targa Florio name subsequently continued in rally form and through historic and commemorative events.

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