FLORENCE, July 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For thirty years, the Fair Play Menarini International Award has celebrated champions who have shown that the greatest victory is one built on respect and integrity. Last night, on the stage of the Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, the Award marked this important milestone with a memorable celebration, honouring some of the biggest names in international sport.
Among the awardees of this special edition were football legends and ; , the athlete who has redefined the limits of pole vaulting; , a true icon of world swimming; , honoured for her extraordinary commitment to promoting inclusion and determination through Paralympic sport; , a symbol of strength and resilience; , one of the leading figures in race walking; , a pillar of Italian volleyball; , whose achievements embody the values of Paralympic sport; , one of Italy's finest fencers; and and , whose remarkable achievements have marked a historic chapter in Italian speed skating. The Award also recognised , one of the most respected voices in Italian sports journalism.
Joining this year's winners in celebrating the Award's 30th anniversary were Fair Play Menarini Ambassadors and , whose continued support reflects the journey and the values the Award has championed over the past three decades.
The evening was hosted by and , and was broadcast live on .
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To follow the award winners and stay up to date, visit the official website and follow the Award's official social media channels on .
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