Italian Fontana Writes a New Chapter in the Winter Olympics

The Italian star Arianna Fontana has added a new page to her sports career after winning the silver medal in the 500-meter speed skating event at the Winter Olympic Games in Milan, behind the Dutch athlete Zandra Velzeboer.

Continuing to Shine with the Italian National Team

This is Fontana's second medal in this edition, after her contribution to the Italian team's victory in the mixed relay, reflecting her stable athletic level and ability to deliver high performance in both individual and team competitions.

A Historic Achievement for Italian Sports

Thanks to this performance, Fontana has become the only woman to climb the podium in six consecutive Winter Olympic Games, equaling the national record of 13 medals held by fencer Eduardo Mangiarotti, making her an icon of Italian sports across generations.

An Olympic Journey That Began in 2006

Fontana began her Olympic journey at the age of 15 in the Turin 2006 Games, carrying the Italian flag at the opening ceremonies twice, first in Turin and again in Pyeongchang 2018, affirming her ongoing passion for competition and excellence despite more than two decades since her beginnings.

Player's Words

Fontana said: "The experience is there, but the motivation is the same since I was fifteen. My ascent to the ice is not just about being present, but to achieve the best always."