Feb 8 • 22:38 UTC 🇮🇹 Italy Il Giornale

Italy in history: sixth medal of the day, the blues win bronze in figure skating

Italy won a historic sixth medal in one day, securing bronze in figure skating during the championships.

On Sunday, February 8, the Italian national team achieved an incredible milestone by winning a bronze medal in figure skating, marking the first time in history that they secured six medals in a single day of competition. This achievement was made possible by the outstanding performances of athletes including Charlène Guignard, Marco Fabbri, Sara Conti, Niccolò Macii, Lara Naki Gutmann, Daniel Grassl, and Matteo Rizzo, who collectively brought home the bronze by finishing third on the podium. This particular achievement in figure skating has now garnered medals three times for Italy, but what makes this event even more special is that it is unprecedented for a host country, with previous games such as Cortina 1956 and Torino 2006 failing to produce this feat. The success was highlighted by Matteo Rizzo's remarkable free program performance, which was crucial in surpassing the Georgian athlete Egadze to clinch the coveted medal. The accomplishment not only showcases the talent and determination of the Italian athletes but also sets a new precedent in the history of winter sports for Italy. With this new record, the Italian team has inspired young athletes across the nation and reignited enthusiasm for figure skating as a competitive sport, promising a bright future in the winter sporting arena.

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