Contrada Giraffa eyes Palio victory as captain stresses need for top horse

Captain Guido Guiggiani of Contrada Giraffa said the contrada’s chance to bring back the horse Scompiglio and win the upcoming Palio depends on selecting a strong racehorse. Giraffa, which has not won the Palio in seven years, is aiming for a solid performance and hopes for a victory, but Guiggiani emphasized that “even in this case a racehorse is needed to put it in a condition to do well.” The choice of horse for the Ceppo is crucial; while many high‑profile names are on the list, the quality of the animal will determine success. The dominant horse Tittia remains the benchmark that limits other contrade, and Guiggiani noted that a generational shift may eventually change the balance.