Bertagnolli, it's a hat-trick. His gold leads Italy in pursuit of the record
Italy is performing well at the Winter Paralympics in Milan-Cortina, currently in fourth place in the medal tally, driven by Bertagnolli's achievements.
The Italian team is excelling at the Winter Paralympics in Milan-Cortina, marking a strong performance by achieving three gold medals so far, which equals their best all-time record. The current medal tally shows Italy in fourth place with a total of three golds, five silvers, and one bronze, reflecting an improvement over their previous performance in Beijing. This success is seen as a significant step towards breaking Italy's overall medal record set in Lillehammer '94, which remains highly motivating for the athletes and the Italian Paralympic Committee.
President of the Italian Paralympic Committee, Marco Giunio De Sanctis, expressed optimism that the Lillehammer record could already be surpassed, stating that the quality of medals matters more than quantity. The recent achievements in aquiring three golds, alongside many podium finishes, have heightened the excitement surrounding the Italian team. This achievement brings back memories of past successes in the Paralympics, significantly in 1988 in Innsbruck and 2002 in Salt Lake City, showcasing Italyโs rich Paralympic history.
Alpine skiing is highlighted as a key area of strength for Italy with successful performances in various events. The athletes are in peak form, particularly noted in the super combined event, reaffirming the dominance of Italian ski sports at the Paralympics. With continued competition, Italy is well positioned to chase down further accolades and aim for a historic medal count before the Games conclude, fostering national pride and momentum towards future competitions.