The Sanremo festival is set to showcase the achievements of some of Italy's outstanding athletes, featuring two Olympic champions, Francesca Lollobrigida and Lisa Vittozzi, as well as two Paralympic athletes, Giacomo Bertagnolli and Giuliana Turra. Notably, Arianna Fontana, another celebrated athlete, will miss the event due to illness, having recently suffered from fever.

Francesca Lollobrigida, at 35 years old, has made a significant mark in Italian sports history by winning gold medals in both the 3000 and 5000 meters speed skating at the Milan-Cortina Olympics. With a career that also includes an Olympic silver and bronze, as well as a world championship gold, Lollobrigida is celebrated not only for her achievements but also as a mother to young Matteo, embodying a blend of sports excellence and family life.

Lisa Vittozzi, 31, has made history as well, becoming the first Italian to win gold in biathlon at the Olympic Games, achieving this milestone in the pursuit race at the recent Olympics. In addition to her gold, Vittozzi has additional Olympic medals, including silver and bronze, solidifying her status as a key athlete in Italy's sporting narrative. These athletes' participation in Sanremo underscores the event's tradition of celebrating sports and the remarkable talent within Italy, particularly in light of the recent Olympic successes.