Diadora, the Italian-born sport brand, today unveiled the Corsa, a groundbreaking lightweight performance trainer designed for runners who refuse to compromise between mileage and speed. Weighing just 230 grams (8.11 oz) with an 8mm drop, Corsa represents the evolution of the daily trainer—a single tool engineered to handle every pace, from recovery runs to tempo sessions and beyond. 

Inspired by elite athletes like Marco Langon and Simeon Birnbaum, Corsa answers an essential demand: one shoe for all sessions. Built on a new, wider last with an enhanced toe box and broad platform, Corsa delivers the comfort and stability runners need while maintaining the lively responsiveness that makes pickups feel effortless. 

Performance Engineered for Versatility 

At the heart of Corsa is ANIMA N2 technology—Diadora’s supercritical-foamed EVA compound that achieves a 72% reactivity score, a 40% increase in responsiveness compared to standard EVA Light, with a corresponding 40% weight reduction. This innovation delivers exceptional lightness and energy return without the added complexity of a carbon plate, keeping legs fresh as miles accumulate throughout the training cycle. 

The midsole pairs this responsive foam with a SCF TPU element and Special Duratech 5000 wear-resistant compound across the full outsole, ensuring durable traction through months of miles. An engineered mesh upper and secure lace fastening provide a snug, breathable fit ideal for the demands of daily training. 

Design That Honors Heritage 

Visually, Corsa reconnects with Diadora’s extensive running archive, thanks to an eye-catching retro aesthetic and high-stack silhouette. The result feels both rooted in performance heritage and decisively contemporary.

• Weight: 230 g / 8.11 oz  

• Drop: 8mm  

• Stack Height: 39 mm  

• MSRP: $155 USD  

“Innovation starts with our athletes. By placing their insight, ambition, and experience at  the centre of our design process, we’ve created a shoe that reflects their  uncompromising standards. Every detail of the Corsa reflects our commitment to  athlete-led innovation, elevated by Italian craftsmanship and rooted in our heritage,” said Gelindo Bordin, Diadora Sport Marketing director.  

The Corsa is available for purchase today at premier running stores in the USA and diadora.com.