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๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Our torchbearer, Labour Party hails Alex Otti in birthday tribute

The Labour Party has praised Abia State Governor Alex Otti on his birthday, highlighting his leadership and achievements within his first three years in office.

Feb 18 โ€ข 14:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
Sports

Tomba: "Thoeni should have been the last torchbearer, not Goggia. Vonn should have withdrawn from the Games"

Alberto Tomba criticized the decision to have Sofia Goggia as the last torchbearer instead of Gustav Thoeni, asserting that Lindsey Vonn should have stepped back from the Olympics.

Feb 9 โ€ข 15:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
Sports

The lineup of the opening ceremony of Milan Cortina: from Mariah Carey to Pausini's anthem

The article outlines the anticipated highlights of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics opening ceremony, featuring performances by Mariah Carey and Laura Pausini, including a poem against war recited by Ghali, while revealing unknown details regarding the last torchbearer.

Feb 6 โ€ข 18:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Sports

Italyโ€™s most famous Olympic playboy relishing return to limelight at Opening Ceremony

Alberto Tomba, the renowned Olympic athlete, prepares to take center stage as the final torchbearer at the San Siro during the opening ceremony, celebrating his 60th birthday and his storied past as an Olympic icon.

Feb 6 โ€ข 10:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

First Success at the Olympics โ€“ ICE Overwhelms Torchbearer

The involvement of the US immigration agency ICE in the Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo has proven effective as officers managed to neutralize a torch-bearing foreigner.

Feb 6 โ€ข 10:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Sports

That Olympic torch... Bringing everyone the love for sports

The article reflects on the nostalgia and excitement of childhood experiences in sports, particularly highlighting the symbolic significance of being an Olympic torchbearer.

Feb 6 โ€ข 06:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Sports

Olympics, Foundation Fiera protagonist with torchbearer Bozzetti

Fondazione Fiera Milano plays a significant role in the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympics by having its president Giovanni Bozzetti carry the Olympic Torch during the inauguration in San Siro.

Feb 5 โ€ข 12:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Snoop Dogg surprises Gallarate: the American rapper is the torchbearer for the 59th Olympic stage

Snoop Dogg unexpectedly served as the torchbearer for the 59th stage of the Olympic torch relay in Gallarate, captivating the crowd with his presence.

Feb 4 โ€ข 11:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
Sports

The Torchbearer 'tumbled' over the microphone cable - 70 years later the Olympics return to Cortina

A look back at the mishap involving Italian speed skater Guido Caroli during the opening ceremony of the 1956 Winter Olympics in Cortina d'Ampezzo, as the Olympics return to the location 70 years later.

Feb 3 โ€ข 06:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Carrying the torch of curiosity is the first task of our Universities

The article discusses how sports serve as a metaphor for the university journey, represented by the Olympic torch, with special torchbearer Valentina Garavaglia symbolizing the spirit of curiosity and knowledge in education.

Feb 2 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Sports

The Foundation halts the torchbearer case: "Rigorous, inclusive, and respectful selection"

The presentation of the Paralympic ceremonies in Venice has been overshadowed by the Foundation's response to criticism regarding the selection of torchbearers, emphasizing a rigorous and inclusive process.

Jan 16 โ€ข 06:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
Sports

Olympic Winter Games: A Fiery Debate

The article discusses a heated discussion surrounding the Olympic torch relay in Borgomanero, where Massimiliano Allegri, a renowned Italian football coach, served as a torchbearer, although some fans expressed discontent.

Jan 15 โ€ข 14:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
Sports

Max Allegri as an exceptional torchbearer, the Olympic flame heads to Lombardy: it will arrive today in Varese

Max Allegri received the Olympic torch this morning in Borgomanero, marking the 38th stop of the relay before it progresses to various locations in Lombardy, including Verbania, Baveno/Stresa, and Arona.

Jan 14 โ€ข 10:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Sports

Milano-Cortina, controversy over excluded torchbearers. Lega: "A mistake". Abodi: "Taken aback"

The controversy arises over the exclusion of notable Italian sports figures from the torchbearer list for the Milano-Cortina Olympics, prompting protests from those omitted.

Jan 13 โ€ข 13:03 UTC

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