Fair Play Menarini Marks 30 Years with Celebrated Athletes

Rome, June 4, 2026 – The 30th Fair Play Menarini International Award, held at the Italian National Olympic Committee (CONI), showcased a diverse array of sports legends. The event highlights athletes like Armand Duplantis in pole vaulting and Gianfranco Zola in football.

This year's awards recognize achievements across sports such as swimming, fencing, and Paralympic skiing. The ceremony celebrates individuals who lead by example in respect, ethics, and integrity. It underscores fair play as a timeless value, illustrated by young awardees Matteo Pasqualetti, Gloria Tinaburri, and Alberto Belluzzi.

The upcoming ceremony on July 2 in Florence will broadcast on Sky TG24. The event will feature celebrated presenters and sports commentators, maintaining its tradition as a distinguished platform for honoring sportsmanship.