The Coppa delle Alpi St. Moritz Edition 2026 ended in the name of regularity and tradition , with the crew formed by Alberto Aliverti and Sergio Carrara winning at the wheel of a 1937 Fiat 508 C after three intense days of racing .

The classic winter rally for classic cars, held from March 12th to 15th , tested participants along a 630-kilometer route through breathtaking Alpine scenery, combining precision, concentration, and the ability to adapt to weather conditions. The difference was made by the consistency of crew number 2, who built their success with consistent progression until the decisive push in the final stage.

Winning comeback in the final

After finishing the first day in fourth place , Aliverti and Carrara managed to climb the standings to third place at the end of the second leg, completing the comeback in the final act of the event. This result confirms the experience and solidity of one of the most anticipated crews on the eve of the event. For Aliverti, this is further confirmation of their success in the previous edition of the winter competition.

The final podium

Behind the winners were Francesco and Giuseppe Di Pietra , also in a 1938 version of the Fiat 508 C , who were protagonists of a high-level race after having led the standings since the first day. Completing the podium was the crew of Gianmario Fontanella and Anna Maria Covelli , who came in third in a 1930 Fiat 514 S , the car with which they also won the St. Moritz Trophy .

A technical journey between Italy and Switzerland

The 2026 edition featured a selective and spectacular route, spanning Italy and Switzerland , with 80 timed trials , 6 average speed trials , 10 time controls , and 7 time controls . A format that successfully combined the sporting component with the beauty of the Alpine landscapes, in a setting made even more evocative by changeable weather conditions: from the almost spring-like sunshine of the early stages to the return of snow and fully winter-like temperatures.

Awards and a look ahead to the 2027 Mille Miglia

The event concluded with the traditional gala dinner and final awards ceremony , during which eight guarantees of acceptance to the 1000 Miglia 2027 were also awarded . This highly anticipated edition will celebrate the centenary of the Freccia Rossa . The awards were reserved for the overall winners, the best in their category, and the best-performing crews in the average speed trials.

With this edition, the Coppa delle Alpi once again confirms its role as a benchmark event in the international historic regularity scene, capable of combining sport, elegance, and high-altitude charm in a format increasingly appreciated by enthusiasts.

Italian motorsport has lost one of its most iconic figures: Sandro Munari, the legendary “Dragon of Cavarzere,” a key figure in the golden age of rallying. With him, a piece of history is lost, one marked by spectacular drifts, epic victories, and an era-defining driving style.

Born in Cavarzere in 1940, Munari established himself in the 1960s thanks to his natural talent, mechanical acumen, and a style as effective as it was spectacular. His name remains inextricably linked to  Lancia , with which he created some of the most memorable moments in world rallying.

With the  Lancia Fulvia HF,  he achieved national and international successes, but it was with the extraordinary  Lancia Stratos HF  that he truly entered the legend. At the  Monte-Carlo Rally,  he achieved feats that have remained in the collective memory, dominating the special stages on ice and asphalt with precise and courageous driving.

In 1977, he won the  FIA ​​Cup for Rally Drivers , the forerunner of the current world championship, establishing himself as one of the discipline’s greatest champions. His track record includes victories in World Rally Championship races, wins at the Targa Florio, and participation in international competitions, demonstrating a rare versatility.

After his racing career, Munari remained a point of reference for enthusiasts and industry insiders: instructor, spokesperson, and a constant presence at major classic car events. Always elegant in his manner, never over the top, he continued to convey a passion and culture for sports cars.

Sandro Munari wasn’t just a winner. He was a symbol: of an Italy capable of daring, of a rally built on men and courage, of an era when talent made the difference.

His name will remain forever engraved in the history of rallying.