GIACOMO GENTILI, 1997, Italy
Silver medal in the Men's Four Sculls at the World Rowing Championships 2023
Silver medal at the II Rowing World Cup 2023, bronze medal at the European Rowing Championships 2023, bronze medal at the World Rowing Championships 2022.
What is the main trait of your character?
Undoubtedly, the rhythm and feel of the boat flowing.
What virtue do you wish you had?
I would definitely like to be stronger.
Fun fact about you.
I try to downplay the bad times and look on the bright side.
Do you have a motto for life?
Always believe.
Your second favorite sport.
I love all sports where there is competition.
Three athletes you admire.
I really like the mentality of Kobe Bryant (DEP). And then in Italy there are some very good ones, in rowing, without a doubt, Agostino Abbagnale.
What is the sporting milestone you remember most?
World Championship in Belgrade a few days ago.
How did you become a fan of your sport?
Thanks to my father.
Who helped you the most to achieve your sports dream?
Without a doubt, my family has always been the one that has supported me to achieve my great goals.
Your greatest achievement?
My best result was winning gold at the 2018 World Rowing Championships.
And your worst failure?
Tokyo 2020, but I learned a lot from that day.
What has the sport taught you for life?
The sport has taught me that with dedication, always having faith and following through to the end, you will never be knocked down.
How would you like fans to remember you?
I would like to become one of the best rowers in history.
What is the biggest challenge in your sport?
The biggest challenge in high-level rowing is to get better one day.
What is the most important aspect of any training?
The greatest skill in training is to make it a competition, not a workout.
Do you have any rituals or hobbies before a competition?
Cap backwards, and from now on, shirtless.
What role has your upbringing played in your sports career?
Training in discipline and a sense of duty has undoubtedly influenced my sports career.
And what role has sport played in your education?
Sport is training for life! In many ways, it helps you in real life.
A tip for the younger ones.
Get together with young people and always have fun! Make friends, create a group and never give up!