The "100th Anniversary of the Pescara Circuit" was a grand success, celebrating the rich history of motorsport in Pescara while looking towards future advancements. Organized by the Old Motors Club of Abruzzo and led by President Fabio Di Pasquale, the event took place on July 13, bringing the legendary Pescara Circuit back to life with numerous projects in mind for the future. For the first time, the event was registered as “International” on the FIVA Calendar, and the world federation of historic vehicles was represented by the Steward Juergen Ockens.
The event featured notable attendees, including family members of legendary drivers like Manuel Fangio and Stirling Moss, and former Formula 1 driver Jarno Trulli, who celebrated his 50th birthday during the festivities. A highlight was the visit to the exhibition "La Coppa Acerbo. Motors, Consensus, and Modernity" in the D'Annunzio Hall at Aurum, showcasing over two years of research.
Participants, including pilots' family members and institutional representatives, traveled to Spoltore to unveil a plaque commemorating the 100th anniversary at the Coppa Acerbo monument. The day continued at Jarno Trulli's Podere Castorani for a winery tour and lunch. In the evening, Piazza Salotto hosted a display of eight historic cars that raced in various editions of the Pescara Circuit from 1924 to 1961.
The event included a special philatelic cancellation ceremony on a commemorative postcard by Poste Italiane. Attendees included the Romeo family, owners of the Coppa Acerbo, Mayor Carlo Masci, and Regional Council President Lorenzo Sospiri. A short film on the Pescara race's 100-year history was screened, followed by a parade of historic cars and drivers' relatives.
The event was enriched by around forty Ferrari cars participating in the Tribute. Mayor Masci emphasized the commitment to restoring Pescara and Abruzzo's place in motorsport with international events, announcing plans to name three Pescara streets after champions Stirling Moss, Tazio Nuvolari, and Juan Manuel Fangio. Cesare Fiorio's words echoed the sentiment: "To honor and grow the event, we must look forward and keep it alive in the near future."
