While snowboarders and skiers dominate Milano Cortina 2026, Italy’s summer sports stars are stealing the spotlight too! Cyclists Elia Viviani (Rio 2016 gold medalist 🥇) and Elena Cecchini (2018 World Champion 🚴♀️) are rocking ambassador roles at Italy House, proving passion for sports transcends seasons.
“The Winter Games showcase Italy’s excellence beyond pasta and Renaissance art,” Viviani told CGTN, flexing national pride. Cecchini, who’s swapped racing for spectating, gushed: “Cheering beats competing this time – the energy’s electric!” ⚡
Both athletes are crushing their fangirl/boy moments: Viviani’s hyped for speed skating, while Cecchini’s stoked about ski jumping (and low-key jealous of Francesca Lollobrigida’s historic first gold 🏆). Pro tip from Cecchini? “Skiing + cycling = ultimate leg day goals.” 💪
With VIP access to events, these summer legends are living their best #OlympicLife – no spandex required. 🎿❄️
