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Nadia Battocletti, the gentle champion of Italian middle-distance running

Nadia Battocletti during the award ceremony of the 29th Fair Play Menarini International Award, winner in the category “Social Values of Sport”   In 2025, the Fair Play Menarini International Award counted Nadia Battocletti among its leading figures, honoring the rising star of athletics in the category “Social Values of Sport.” The setting was the []

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Figo’s Legacy: Fair Play at the Highest Level

Among football’s elite players, Luis Figo stands out for combining exceptional skill with professional integrity throughout his career. Born in Almada, Portugal in 1972, Figo grew up in Cova da Piedade before embarking on a career that would take him to Sporting Lisbon, Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Inter Milan. His achievements include winning the Champions []

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When sport becomes an inspiration: celebrating emotions at the 29th Fair Play Menarini International Award

Against the stunning backdrop of Fiesole’s ancient Roman Theatre, the 29th Fair Play Menarini International Award unfolded – a celebration that transcends athletic achievement to champion the very essence of sporting excellence: respect, moral courage, and uncompromising integrity. The gala brought together sporting legends from across Italy and the globe, each embodying an unwavering commitment []

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Honoring Sport’s Power to Inspire: Figo and Costacurta at the 29th Fair Play Menarini International Award

Credits: Getty Images – Alain de Martignac   Some sporting stories transcend time itself. The journey of Luis Figo, a supremely gifted champion, stands among these timeless tales. This football icon will be one of the most eagerly awaited guests at the 29th Fair Play Menarini International Award, taking place on July 2nd and 3rd []

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