Sara Conti and Niccolò Macii exemplify the resilience of love and teamwork, having separated yet maintained an impressive skating partnership. They showcased their talents at the team event of artistic skating at the Forum d’Assago, securing a commendable third place with a score of 76.65. Their performance was particularly notable, as it marked a triumphant return for Sara following her recovery from a knee injury sustained in late December.
After their routine, the duo expressed their satisfaction, stating, “We are happy with our performance today. It was spectacular to feel the support of the audience, something we only truly realized once we hit the ice. Physically, we’re doing well and will continue with our preparations.”
Despite their personal relationship ending, Conti, 26, and Macii, 30, have shown that they can still shine together on the ice. This Valentine’s Day, which coincides with the Olympics, they will be celebrating separately with their respective partners. The duo has continued to find success, having previously rejoiced in winning the European title. While their romantic story has concluded, they remain supportive friends who continue to bring joy to their fans.
On the same day dedicated to love, fellow teammates Charlène Guignard and Marco Fabbri will celebrate Valentine’s Day together. This couple, both on and off the ice, are also vying for a medal at the Olympics in ice dance.
The theme of love extends across the Olympic games, with other athletic couples highlighted, such as Federico Pellegrino and Greta Laurent, who have two children together, and married skiers Alba De Silvestro and Michele Boscacci, who will debut in ski mountaineering at the games. Additionally, skeleton athletes like Mattia Gaspari and Alessandra Fumagalli will compete on the new Eugenio Monti track, while Arianna Fontana and her husband, Anthony Lobello, continue to delight in their synchronized careers.
As Valentine’s Day nears, it promises to be a day of both romance and fierce competition, illustrating how love can flourish alongside ambition in the world of sports.