FLORENCE, Italy, July 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The infectious energy of Bebe Vio, the understated elegance of Gianfranco Zola, the remarkable 33 beats per minute of Gregorio Paltrinieri’s heart, Prince Diego Milito’s Calabrian roots, and the quiet confidence of a newly married Armand Duplantis, all brought together by a Federico Buffa at his brilliant best, generously sharing captivating stories from the history of sport, from black cats to open waters. These were just some of the memorable snapshots from the stage of Florence’s Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, which hosted the 30th edition of the Fair Play Menarini International Award.