On the stage from Venice to Monaco, the" Gumball 3000 "station at the Alfa Romeo test site in Balocco made it one of the most historically important places in the history of the traditional brand, producing many of Alfa Romeo's world-famous racing cars. It was fitting that the participants in the road trip through eleven countries in Balocco were welcomed by Antonio Giovinazzi, one of the two Formula One team Alfa Romeo Racing drivers.

During their stay in Balocco, the teams of the "Gumball 3000" received a comprehensive insight into the Alfa Romeo brand, from their sporty character through their unique style to the great history. The Centro Stile Alfa Romeo presented a whole series of showcars ​​as a representative of the extensive range. On show were, among others, the "Alfa Romeo Racing" special models by Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio and Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio, which stand in the characteristic colors of the current Grand Prix car Alfa Romeo C38 for the deep connection of the brand with the Formula 1.