interviews: Sophie Renhuldt
In a resolute gesture affirming their dedication to athletic excellence and community advancement, regional authorities have announced significant financial backing for the forthcoming finals of the Paralympic Alpine Ski World Cup. Set to grace the slopes of Sella Nevea and Kranjska Gora from March 19th to 25th, the finals are poised to captivate a global audience, with athletes hailing from 15 nations.
Vice Governor Mario Anzil, responsible for sports affairs, asserted the region’s belief that these funds represent not mere expenditure but rather strategic investment, poised to generate dividends for the entire populace. Addressing attendees at the unveiling of the finals in Trieste, Anzil underscored the broader societal advantages, citing heightened regional visibility and the profound moral message inherent in such esteemed competitions.
Anzil, extending appreciation to organizers and notably the Sports X All Association of Monfalcone, emphasized the event’s distinctive attributes and its significance, prompting regional authorities to enact targeted legislation earmarking €100,000 in financial aid.
Accompanying Anzil was Sergio Emidio Bini, the regional tourism assessor, who highlighted the inspirational role of these athletes, embodying the maxim ‘where there’s a will, there’s a way.’ Bini celebrated their resilience in surmounting life’s obstacles, particularly emphasizing the potential lessons for youth, who can glean the essence of determination and the paramount importance of willpower from their sporting counterparts.
The enthusiasm surrounding these finals underscores Friuli Venezia Giulia’s burgeoning reputation as a premier destination for mountain sports extravaganzas. Anzil and Bini alike praised the region’s ability to seamlessly orchestrate such events, a testament to the efficiency of its facilities and the synergy between organizers and local institutions in achieving triumphant outcomes.
