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FIVB world champ, MVP Simone Giannelli pours heart for PH in victorious exit
Italy secured their second consecutive FIVB Men's World Championship title by defeating Bulgaria in a match held at the Mall of Asia Arena.
At age 29, Simone Giannelli is now a five-time world champion, with Italy's 2025 FIVB Men's World Championship conquest marking their latest victory.
Team captain Simone Giannelli highlighted the significance of their victory in the Philippines, a nation where volleyball is gaining popularity.
Giannelli expressed gratitude towards the Filipino fans for their warm reception and specifically thanked artist Maya Carandang and the Volleyball Foundation for an initiative that resulted in a mural featuring him and Bryan Bagunas in Parañaque City.
He stated that the team aims to create a positive legacy and inspire young athletes wherever they compete internationally, emphasizing the importance of making a great impact with their presence in every country they visit.
The Italian team's presence in the Philippines was seen as an opportunity to contribute to the growth of volleyball in the country.
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