FEI Statement on Athlete fatality at Montalcino (ITA) CEI1*

On the morning of 19 June 2021, at the Montalcino CEI1* 100 ride in Italy, Tuscan Endurance athlete Gianfranco Nassini suffered a heart attack whilst on the field of play. He received medical treatment immediately and was transferred by helicopter to Siena hospital, but unfortunately did not survive.  

Gianfranco Nassini, aged 61, was a well-established member in the Endurance community with a great passion for the sport.

The FEI expresses its sincere condolences to Gianfranco Nassini’s family and friends, the Italian Equestrian Federation and the global equestrian community.