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Discover the latest news about Italian excellencies: sport, tech innovation and many many more!
Discover the latest news about Italian excellencies: sport, tech innovation and many many more!
Not less than 40 medals – 12 gold, 13 silver and 15 bronze – that is the great number of medals Italy won in the Paris Olympic Games 2024. This record equals the all-times Games record set three years ago in Tokyo. In addition, Italian Paralympic athletes also collected an incredible amount: 71 medals, spread across 24 gold, 15 silver and 32 bronze.
Credits: Comitato Olimpico Nazionale Italiano (CONI)
Italy triumphed over Japan in Bangkok, clinching their second Volleyball Nations League title in history. Captain Danesi and her team offered their best performance, dominating in defense, service and attack, and crowning their journey of constant growth with this incredible victory.
Credits: Federvolley
Italy’s women’s fencing team jabbed another victory at the European Championships in Basel, securing Italy’s top position in the medal tally with 11 in total (5 gold, 3 silver, and 3 bronze). The dream team – Arianna Errigo, Martina Favaretto, Francesca Palumbo and Alice Volpi – also reached the number one spot in the world rankings!
Credits: Federscherma
At just 22 years old, Jannik Sinner has made history by claiming the top spot in the ATP rankings! He is the first Italian player to reach this milestone since the rankings began in 1973. With an impressive record of three titles, including his first Grand Slam victory at the Australian Open, Sinner’s rise to the top is well-deserved.
Credits: Federazione Italiana Tennis e Padel
Simone Avondetto, 24, is the new European mountain biking champion. An historic achievement for Italian off-road racing, as it is the first time an Italian biker has claimed the top spot in the Olympic cross-country discipline! Winning the title on a cold and rainy day, he demonstrated Italy’s resilience in sports.
Credits: Federazione Ciclistica Italiana
Francesco Fortunato and Valentina Trapletti are the new champions of the World Athletics Race Walking Team Championships! Their victory has secured Italy’s mixed relay team a spot in the Paris Olympics, courtesy of their gold medal performance in the inaugural edition of the event held in Antalya.
Credits: Grana/FIDAL
What a groundbreaking achievement for Italian motorcycling! Jacopo Cerutti’s victory at the 2024 Africa Eco Race is another Made in Italy victory. Cerutti conquered over 6000km, marking a significant return of an Italian rider on an Italian bike on the continent after three decades.
Credits: FEDERMOTO
For the second time in history, 47 years later, Italy brings the David Cup home. Jannik Sinner spearheaded Italy in the famous tennis competition against Australia, in a fantastic 2-0. An extraordinary player and victory!
Credits: ARCHIVIO FITP
What a Ryder Cup this year! The tournament, based in Rome, showcased outstanding teamwork and sportsmanship with a triumph of Team Europe over Team USA. The victory marked a significant moment for Italy, hosting its first Ryder Cup and leaving a lasting legacy in golf history for this 44th edition.
Credits: Federazione Italiana Golf (FIG)
Italy has a new champion from the World Athletics Championships in Budapest. Gianmarco Tamberi won his first-ever world high jump title after a thrilling display—claiming gold with a jump of 2.36 meters!
CREDITS: foto Grana / FIDAL
Italy celebrated its victory at the 2023 Fencing World Championship in Milan, with an exceptional performance. The 10 medals they secured (4 gold, 4 silver, 2 bronze) triumph dominated the scoreboard, as they now set their eyes on Paris.
Squadra di spada maschile Campione del Mondo
CREDITS: foto BIZZI / Federscherma
Ferrari made a triumphant return to the top class of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The roar of the “Rossa” echoed as it clinched the top spot, captivating motorsport enthusiasts worldwide. With sheer determination, Italy’s F1 brand marks an unforgettable chapter in the annals of racing glory.
The 80th edition of the Italian Open, called the “Internazionali BNL d’Italia”, took place in Rome, Italy, on 2-21 May. The international tennis tournament was held at the historic Foro Italico, with an upgrade to two weeks of competition and 96 global players. The competition closed with many unforgettable moments.
The 115th edition of the the 2023 European Figure Skating Championships in Finland is a page of history for our “Azzurri”! Conti-Macii and Ghilardi-Ambrosini conquered both gold and silver in the artistic pairs competition. Also the couple Guignard-Fabbri got a gold medal, while Rizzo is silver. Proud of our champions!
In Madeira, Portugal, the Italian team played an incredible final match winning yet another competition. The achievement follows the gold medals at the European Championships in 2017 and 2021, and the World Championships in 2018 and 2019.