H1: Cosimo Bombara Blazes Trail after Securing Slalom Rally Victory
Meta Description: Discover the incredible rally driving journey of Cosimo Bombara, from his humble cycling beginnings to dominating the Italian rallies in his powerful Renault Clio.
Rally Rookie Proves His Mettle in 2024
Cesena, Italy – In the heart of Italy, a new star is rising in the thrilling world of rally racing. Meet Cosimo Bombara, the 31-year-old throttling his way to success in the Italian Rally Championship.
I run with my Renault Clio always prepared by the proline of Andrea Urbinati di San Marino.– Cosimo Bombara
From Cycling to Rally, A New Challenge
Bombara’s motorsports journey began at the tender age of 8 when he started cycling with local clubs like Fiumicinese and Sidermec. His passion eventually led him to take the helm of the Rose Bar in Savignano, but rallying was always calling. Ten years ago, he traded his bike for a rally car, and the rest is history.
A Dominant Streak in San Marino
Since 2020, Bombara has been unstoppable in the Rally Trofeo San Marino, clinching the title six times consecutively. This 2024, he extended his dominance to the Slalom Rally Rocca San Casciano, winning the A7 class and placing sixth overall among 100 competitors.
- San Marino Rally wins: 6
- Rocca San Casciano: A7 class winner, 6th overall
Conquering Modena and Scaling the Championship’s Peak
Fresh off his Rocca San Casciano triumph, Bombara stormed the Modena Rally, securing his position at the top of the championship. With his sights set on the Rally Reggio Emilia, the second race in the
Enzo Cimino – he continues – is my sponsor and it seemed to me right to party at his pizzeria. The next races will take place on 2 and 3 August in Salsomaggiore in the province of Parma and on 13 and 14 September at the Rally of the Bolognese Apennines in Bologna. And if everything will be ok, as I hope, I will participate in the final in Sicily at the Tyrrhenian Rally in Messina.
– Cosimo Bombara
Support from Home and Beyond
Savignano’s locals, especially those from the nearby task of San Giovanni, are Bombara’s cheerleaders. His parents, Domenico and Francesca, who once managed the Sporting bar, also play a significant role in their son’s career.
Did you know?
Bombara’s Renault Clio is a force to be reckoned with, prepared by Andrea Urbinati of San Marino. It’s no wonder he describes it as very powerful!
Up Next
Catch Cosimo Bombara tackle these challenging upcoming rallies:
- 2-3 August: Rally Terre di Chianti in Salsomaggiore, Parma
- 13-14 September: Rally of the Bolognese Apennines in Bologna
- Final race (if everything goes well): Tyrrhenian Rally in Messina, Sicily
Pro Tip: Enhance Your Racing Experience
Ever thought of securing sponsorships for your racing career? Cosimo Bombara’s experience with Enzo Cimino’s pizzeria shows how local partnerships can boost your racing journey. Why not give it a try?