Ernesto Nocco
# Ernesto Nocco

Ernesto Nocco (born 27 November 1957) is a retired Italian sprinter who specialized in the 400 metres.

## Biography

At the 1984 Olympic Games he finished fifth in the 4 x 400 metres relay, together with teammates Roberto Tozzi, Roberto Ribaud and Pietro Mennea.

Nocco was not a good starter from the starting blocks but more effective in a standing outset, therefore he was suitable for relays. In 400m, he has a personal best time of 47.06 seconds, achieved in July 1984 in Rome.

## Achievements

| Year | Competition | Venue | Position | Event | Performance | Notes |
| - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1984 | Olympic Games | Los Angeles | 5th | 4 × 400 m relay | 3:01.44 | |
