Monte Erice hillclimb confirms race director for 68th edition

The Automobile Club Trapani has retained Fabrizio Fondacci as race director for the 68th edition of the Monte Erice hillclimb, scheduled for 4–6 September across the Trapani province in western Sicily. The event will count towards the Italian Historic Speed Hillclimb Championship (CIVSA), the Italian Mountain Speed Championship (CIVM), and the Italian Classic Speed Hillclimb Championship (CIVSAC).

Fondacci, an internationally recognised official, brings extensive experience including 18 Formula 1 Grand Prix appointments and numerous hillclimb, circuit racing and rally events. He will be supported by Francesco Sanclemente as assistant race director; Sanclemente is based in Valderice and brings local knowledge of the course and surrounding terrain.

AC Trapani president Giovanni Pellegrino stated that retaining the experienced team ensures high standards of safety, sporting conduct and operational rigour. He added that the 2024 edition will feature enhanced partnership with commercial sponsors, with increased visibility along the route from Valderice to the finish in the medieval village of Erice, which overlooks the Gulf of Custonaci, Monte Cofano, the Egadi Islands and the Trapani salt pans.