sentences:  It is considered one of the most important stage races in Italy and is organized by Gruppo Sportivo Emilia.In 2004 the organization of the race retired the number 145, worn by Marco Pantani in 2003 when he placed tenth and finished second in one stage after Ruslan Ivanov, allowing him to stand on the podium for the last time in his life.At the start of the race a flock of white doves was also released to remember him.