A night between history and legend that is dedicated to the most authentic values of ethics and fair play. The final ceremony of the 29th edition of the Fair Play Menarini International Award Instead of what some of the world’s largest athletes took part in appreciating their examples of loyalty, respect and integrity on and off the field.
Among this year’s award winners was the icon of football, Luis FigoBallon d’Or winner with Real Madrid and winner of 4 Italian championships in a row with Inter, a winger who has redefined the role of the player with his charisma and incomparable skills. The price also appreciates Demetrio AlbertiniMidfielder and reference for generations of fans, and „Billy” Costacurtafamous defender of the AC Milan and the national team who represent an era of football wrote history.
The honored included this year Gianmarco TamberiOlympic champion and world champion in the high jump and flag bearer of Italy at the Paris 2024 Games, a charismatic and inspiring athlete who makes every competition a moment of entertainment and celebration of the values. The flag bearer was also awarded Arianna ErrigoFencing legend and symbol of determination and lifelong devotion to a sport that has helped you to appreciate greater appreciation. Another award went Sasha VujacicTwo-time NBA champion with the Los Angeles Lakers, who was admired for his fighting spirit and his career based on commitment and respect.
Joined to them Blanka VlasicHigh jump icon and two-time world champion; Alice BellandiOlympic champion and freshly baked judo world champion, and Nadia BattoclettiAn aspiring star in the medium -distance sky, which won Olympic silver over 10,000 meters with strength, strategy and dedication. Andy Díazdominant three-jumper with Olympic bronze and indoor world champion, was also present, as was as well as Rigivan GaneshamoorthyParalympic gold medalist in the discus throw, a real example of strength and inspiration. The contingent was completed by Guido Medathe legendary voice of the MotoGP, known for the passion with which he has commented on the races over the years so enthusiastically.
The presence of three Fair Play Menarini ambassadors who have already received the price in the past made the evening something very special: Ian Thorpefive -way Olympic champion and swimming legend, Giancarlo Antognoni1982 World Cup winner, which is known for his loyalty and a sense of belonging to the city of Florence, and Fabrizio DonatoWinner of the bronze medal in the triple jump at the 2012 Olympic Games in London.
The ceremony became live Sky TG24 Transfer and from Rachele Sangiuliano, Federica Lodi, Michele Cagiano and Omar Schillaci moderated. A special comment was made by Federico Buffa given, the words of which underlined the deeper meaning of each of the stories told in the course of the evening.
In addition to these remarkable champions, the winners of the Fair Play Menarini „Young Athletes” Award – Nicola Nardo, Michele Vivalda and Alessandro Bugli – as well as the winner of the Special Fiamme Gialle “Study and Sport” AwardMargherita Voliani, celebrated. These two special prices that aim to emphasize special positive deeds of young generations in the area of the Fair Play were found last June as part of press conferences the seat of the Italian Olympic Committee and the seat of the Tuscany regionawarded.
“The Fair Play Menarini Award is a mosaic of stories that both inspire and convey a meaningful message, and each edition reminds us of the strength of those who decide to live sport with integrity and respect – said Valeria Certoni Cardi and Filippo PaganelliMembers of the Board of Directors of the Fair Play Menarini Foundation – With the same energy we are already looking at the 30th edition and look forward to seeing you for another great adventure in 2026. “
The 29th edition of the Fair Play Menarini International Award is from Institute for Sports and Cultural Credit As an institutional partner and of Maintain, Frecciarossa, Extra and Adjacent supported as initiative partners.
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