SportsSara Curtis Chases Italian Record as Quadarella Eyes Third Gold at Rome's Settecolli
Italy's Sara Curtis nearly breaks national record at Rome's Settecolli 2026, while Simona Quadarella dominates with three distance freestyle golds.
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SportsFilippo Ganna Wins Seventh Italian Time Trial Crown, Giro Dominance Continues
Filippo Ganna claims seventh national time trial title in Piedmont, extending his dominance. Affini crash threatens Tour de France participation.
SportsSara Curtis Shatters Italian Swimming Record: Historic Sub-53 Second Freestyle Victory
Sara Curtis becomes first Italian woman under 53 seconds in 100m freestyle with 52.69 at Settecolli, qualifying for August 2026 European Championships in Paris.
SportsItaly Men's Volleyball Beats Brazil 3-1, Eyes Final Eight Qualification Against Slovenia
Italy defeats Brazil 3-1 in Volleyball Nations League, climbing to 5th place. Azzurri face Slovenia June 28 in crucial Final Eight qualification battle.
SportsSara Curtis Makes Italian Swimming History at Rome Settecolli Meet
Sara Curtis becomes first Italian woman under 53 seconds in 100m freestyle at Settecolli 2026. Steenbergen sets world record. Full Rome meet results and Paris preview.
SportsJannik Sinner Deploys Cooling Vest and Heat Training for Wimbledon Championship Defense
Italy's Jannik Sinner uses innovative training to defend his Wimbledon title. Learn about his heat management strategies ahead of the tournament opener.
SportsSchwazer Provisionally Suspended: Third Doping Case Threatens Lifetime Ban
Italian race-walker Alex Schwazer provisionally suspended after third positive EPO test. WADA lifetime ban likely pending B-sample analysis. What this means for Italy's athletics reputation.
SportsBenedetta Pilato's Comeback Win Secures Paris European Championships Spot
Benedetta Pilato wins 100m breaststroke at Rome's Settecolli, securing her spot at the August 2026 European Championships in Paris with the 4th-fastest time worldwide.
SportsRome Gets Two Pro Basketball Clubs: Luka Dončić Investment and Brescia's Controversial Relocation
Maxima Roma & Basketball Club Roma SPQR join EuroCup 2026-27. NBA star Luka Dončić invests as Brescia loses 17-year basketball legacy to Rome relocation.