FLORENCE, Italy, July 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 28th edition of the Fair Play Menarini International Award is about to kick off. Preparations are under way in the cities of Florence and Fiesole to host the numerous champions who will light up the 2024 edition, focused on the true values of sport. An event that this year promises to be packed with even more sports stories and legends, all linked by the common theme of ethics, loyalty, and respect.
The traditional gala dinner will officially open the two-day event, slated to be held this evening in Piazzale Michelangelo, one of Florence's most breathtaking venues. The key moment will be tomorrow, on Thursday, July 4 at 8:30 pm, when the winners will take centre stage in the awards ceremony, in the timeless setting of Fiesole's Roman Theatre.
Once again this year, prestigious figures who have shown that they embody the spirit of "fair play" over the course of their careers, have responded to the Fair Play invitation. Marco Belinelli, the first and only Italian to win the NBA will be representing basketball, while Gian Paolo Montali, former head coach of the Men's National volleyball team, twice European Cup winners, will be representing volleyball. Space will also be given to winter sports with Francesca Lollobrigida, European gold medallist in speed skating. Field athletics will see the participation of Ambra Sabatini, flag bearer for the Italian contingent at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, and sprinter, Roberto Rigali, world silver medallist in the 4x100m relay. Motorsport can count on the iconic figure of Cesare Fiorio, while Clemente Russo, heavyweight amateur boxing champion of the world and Olympic vice-champion, will be honoured for boxing. Fair Play for journalism will go to Federico Buffa, fervent narrator of extraordinary sporting figures and their exploits.
World-famous stars, Didier Drogba and Samuel Eto'o, two of the greatest all-time African players, will be representing the football world and will be joined by a number of Italian players: Fabio Cannavaro, Ballon d'Or and captain of the 2006 winning World Cup team, Alessandro Costacurta, runner up in the 1994 World Cup with Sacchi's Italian team, Ciro Ferrara, star of the "1990 Italian line-up" and runner up in the 2000 European Cup, plus former 1982 World Cup winner, Giuseppe Dossena. The award winning line-up is completed by the former Italian head coach, Cesare Prandelli, European Cup runner up with the Italian side in 2012.
The awards ceremony will be hosted by Rachele Sangiuliano and Omar Schillaci, together with the "Divina" Federica Pellegrini, guest star at the Award. The Fair Play Menarini Ambassadors, winners of previous editions and guests of the final evening, include outstanding foil champion, Elisa Di Francisca, iconic player of the Fiorentina football team, Giancarlo Antognoni and Giusy Versace, first double-amputee runner for Italy.
A recording of the event, organised in partnership with Sky TG24, will be broadcast on Sportitalia.
"We are both thrilled and proud to usher in the 2024 edition of the Fair Play Menarini International Award" – say Antonello Biscini, Valeria Speroni Cardi and Ennio Troiano, Members of the Board of the Fair Play Menarini Foundation – "This year we will witness a gathering of an unprecedented number of champions. A parade of stars, united by the fundamental element that lies behind the Award, namely fair play, in sport and in life".
Here is the list of the winners of the 28th Fair Play Menarini International Award:
DIDIER DROGBA
SAMUEL ETO'O
MARCO BELINELLI
FEDERICO BUFFA
FABIO CANNAVARO
ALESSANDRO COSTACURTA
GIUSEPPE DOSSENA
CIRO FERRARA
CESARE FIORIO
FRANCESCA LOLLOBRIGIDA
GIAN PAOLO MONTALI
CESARE PRANDELLI
ROBERTO RIGALI
CLEMENTE RUSSO
AMBRA SABATINI
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FAIR PLAY MENARINI INTERNATIONAL AWARD, THE CELEBRATIONS FOR THE 28TH EDITION BEGIN
FAIR PLAY MENARINI INTERNATIONAL AWARD, THE CELEBRATIONS FOR THE 28TH EDITION BEGIN
Presenting an Authentic and Immersive Macau Experience to Visitors Under One Roof
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Galaxy Macauâ„¢, The World Class Integrated Resort ("Galaxy Macau"), has been actively supporting and participating in Macau SAR Government's promotional activities, and continuously working with the government and industry partners to expand international visitor sources. The "Experience Macao Malaysia Roadshow", organised by the Macao Government Tourism Office, was officially launched on 5 July 2024 in Kuala Lumpur at Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall. The four-day event (5 to 8 July) aims to showcase the diverse tourism products in Macau to international tourists, attracting travellers to choose Macau as a travel destination. Galaxy Macau is also shining with its exciting tourism products by presenting its unparalleled luxury offerings and its one-stop luxury resort experience as Asia's leading destination for leisure, entertainment, dining, events and conferences.
Galaxy Macau proudly supports and aligns with the Macao SAR government's efforts to extend Macau's reach into the Southeast Asian market. The world-class integrated resort's iconic booth at the Malaysia Roadshow, showcasing the grand landscape of the integrated resort. Visitors to the booth can not only enjoy the interaction and photo moment with the adorable GalaxyKidz mascot "Wavey" the Peacock at the photobooth, but also experience the unique charm of Macao's "tourism+" offerings, reflecting Galaxy Macau's commitment to promoting Macau as a World Centre of Tourism and Leisure.
There are also daily lucky draws during the roadshow where visitors can stand a chance to win prizes sponsored by Galaxy Macau.
Starting from MYR271++ per night, Galaxy Macau is offering roadshow-exclusive offers for stays between 12 July to 30 November 2024 from a selection of world class hotels – Andaz Macau, Broadway Hotel, Galaxy Hotel™, Hotel Okura Macau or Banyan Tree Macau. Booking period opens from 5 to 19 July 2024. Applicable to all five hotels, the offer includes free access to the Grand Resort Deck and free minibar, immersing guests in a comprehensive one-stop integrated resort experience.
A Macao Travel Trade Seminar & Minimart was also conducted at the Sunway Resort Hotel Ballroom on 4 July 2024 in conjunction with the "Experience Macao" Malaysia Roadshow, where guests were presented with the latest hotel information on Andaz Macau, Broadway Hotel, Galaxy Hotelâ„¢, Hotel Okura Macau, Banyan Tree Macau, and Galaxy International Convention Centre (GICC).
Remaining the top integrated resort globally with the most Forbes five-star hotel honors under one roof – Galaxy Macau spans over 1.1 million square-meters and is renowned for its unparalleled mix of entertainment and leisure attractions that are unmatched in Macau. With 8 award-winning world-class luxury hotels to choose from, guests are spoilt for choice. Water sports enthusiasts can make a splash at the 75,000-square-meter Grand Resort Deck – the world's leading skytop oasis. Foodies meanwhile can indulge in a selection of over 120 dining options, ranging from Michelin-starred establishments to local street food legends; a delectable selection that has earned Galaxy Macau the distinction of being Asia's premier dining destination. For an authentic Asian street food adventure, guests can cross the link bridge to explore vibrant local and Asian cuisines at Broadway Food Street. Fashionistas will adore Galaxy Promenade, an award-winning shopping destination spread over 100,000 square-meters. Luxury flagship stores, designer boutiques and high-street labels contribute to over 200 world-renowned luxury fashion and lifestyle brands. For live performances and events, the 2,500-seat Broadway Theatre plays host to a diverse range of live shows, events and cultural activities from around the world with up-close and personal experiences. Galaxy Macau opened two world-class hotels – Raffles at Galaxy Macau and Andaz Macau, with GICC as its latest addition to the Group's ever-expanding integrated resort precinct, ushering a new era for the MICE industry in Macau. GICC is a world-class event venue featuring 40,000 square-meters of total flexible MICE, and a 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena – the largest indoor arena in Macau. In April 2024, Galaxy Macau also announced the launch of Capella at Galaxy Macau, further solidifying the destination's undisputed reputation as Macau's Ultimate Luxury Integrated Resort.
Galaxy Macau has always adhered to its "World Class, Asian Heart" service philosophy to offer exceptional experiences for guests from all around the world. As the city gears up for a continuing wave of international tourism, Galaxy Macau looks forward to welcoming visitors with award-winning accommodations, unforgettable leisure experiences, and unparalleled shopping, dining and entertainment all under one roof. In the future, Galaxy Macau will continue to launch more world-class events to enhance Macau's positioning as a World Centre of Tourism and Leisure.
More high-res images of the Experience Macao Malaysia Roadshow can be found in the virtual media kit.
About Galaxy Macau Integrated Resort
Galaxy Macauâ„¢, The World-class Luxury Integrated Resort delivers the "Most Spectacular Entertainment and Leisure Destination in the World". Developed at an investment of HK$43 billion, the property covers 1.1 million-square-meter of unique entertainment and leisure attractions that are unlike anything else in Macau. Eight award-winning world-class luxury hotels provide close to 5,000 rooms, suites and villas. They include Banyan Tree Macau, Galaxy Hotelâ„¢, Hotel Okura Macau, JW Marriott Hotel Macau, The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, Broadway Hotel, Raffles at Galaxy Macau, Andaz Macau. Unique to Galaxy Macau, the 75,000-square-meters Grand Resort Deck features the world's longest Skytop Adventure Rapids at 575-meters, the largest Skytop Wave Pool with waves up to 1.5-meters high and 150-meters pristine white sand beach. Two five-star spas from Banyan Tree Spa Macau and The Ritz- Carlton Spa, Macau help guests relax and rejuvenate.
As the dining destination in Asia, Galaxy Macau offers a wide variety of gastronomic delights, exquisite experiences and ingredients of the finest quality with over 120 dining options from Michelin dining to authentic delicacies; Galaxy Promenade is the hottest shopping destination featuring the latest in fashion and curated experiences in Macau. Spanning over 100,000-square-meters, luxury flagship stores, lifestyle boutiques and our selection of labels are among the more than 200 world-renowned brands for a world-class shopping journey; Galaxy Cinemas, immersive thrills and luxurious comfort go hand in hand at Galaxy Cinemas. All 10 theaters are equipped with the latest audio-visual technology; CHINA ROUGE, one-of-a-kind deluxe lounge that evokes the glitz and glamor of Shanghai's golden era with entertainment in luxury and style; and Foot Hub presents the traditional art of reflexology to make you feel more relaxed and revitalized. For Authentic Macau Flavours & Vibrant Asian Experiences, Broadway Macau – just a 90-second walk via a bridge from Galaxy Macau, has over 35 Authentic Macau & Asian Flavours at its Broadway Food Street. The 2,500-seat Broadway Theatre plays host to world-class entertainers and a diverse array of cultural events. Meeting, incentive and banquet groups are also well looked after with a portfolio of unique venues in Galaxy Macau and a professional service staff.
Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC) is the latest addition to the Group's ever-expanding integrated resort precinct and will usher in a new era for the MICE industry in Macau. GICC is a world- class event venue featuring 40,000-square-meter of total flexible MICE, and a 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena – the largest indoor arena in Macau.
For more details, please visit www.galaxymacau.com, www.broadwaymacau.com.mo and www.galaxyicc.com
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Galaxy Macau, The World Class Integrated Resort, Brings the "Experience Macao Malaysia Roadshow" to Kuala Lumpur
Galaxy Macau, The World Class Integrated Resort, Brings the "Experience Macao Malaysia Roadshow" to Kuala Lumpur
Galaxy Macau, The World Class Integrated Resort, Brings the "Experience Macao Malaysia Roadshow" to Kuala Lumpur
