Andrea Benvenuti (born 13 December 1969 in Negrar, Verona) is an Italian former 800 metres runner.

Biography

He won the gold medal at the 1994 European Championships in Helsinki. Previously, he had come fifth in the 1992 Olympic final and third in the World Cup 1992. He represented his country at the 1993 World Championships in Athletics. He is the Italian record holder of the 1000 metres with the time of 2:15.76. His personal best in 800 metres is 1:43.92. He is a two-time national champion at the Italian Athletics Championships. After his retirement, he was entered into the FIDAL Hall of Fame.

Personal life

After his sporting career, Benvenuti worked as a physiotherapist in Italy before moving to work in San Marino. Benvenuti's twin sons Tommaso and Giacomo Benvenuti are both professional footballers who play for the San Marino national football team. Giacomo is the twin brother footballer of Tommaso Benvenuti.

International competitions

National titles