Thursday, October 16, 2025

𝗦𝗣𝗒π—₯𝗧𝗦 π—‘π—˜π—ͺ𝗦: “Italy's Bottolo on Back-to-Back FIVB Worlds Glory” by Dennise Ubalde

 

 

Published by: Iana Henson

Date Published: October 16, 2025

Time Published: 10:02 AM

Mattia Bottolo, Italy's star outside hitter, exclaimed, "It's a dream come true," as Italy reasserted their stranglehold on the world of men's volleyball after securing consecutive FIVB (International Volleyball Federation) Men's World Championship titles. 


The Azzurri capped their 2025 season in style by crushing Poland, their longtime rivals, in Manila, the Philippines to win their second consecutive world crown following victory at home in 2022.


In such a momentum-based and resilient sport, Italy had displayed both. Bottolo, reflecting on the team's success, highlighted the pivotal role the Filipino crowd played.


"Thank you,” the star told the Pinoys, acknowledging the overwhelming support that created an electrifying atmosphere for the games.


Bottolo, who played a crucial role in the Italian team’s championship run, noted that the title win in the Philippines felt particularly special because of the connection formed with the local audience. 


He explained that the experience of winning in front of such passionate fans was a memory the team would cherish.


The Filipino spectators, known for their fervent support of volleyball, showed up in force to witness the world-class competition. This atmosphere, Bottolo indicated, elevated the entire experience for the champions.


 REFERENCES: 


[1] ABS-CBN Sports. (2025, September 29). Italy's Mattia Bottolo reflects on back-to-back FIVB Worlds titles. ABS-CBN.

https://www.abs-cbn.com/sports/volleyball/2025/9/29/italy-s-mattia-bottolo-reflects-on-back-to-back-fivb-worlds-titles-1320https://www.abs-cbn.com/sports/volleyball/2025/9/29/italy-s-mattia-bottolo-reflects-on-back-to-back-fivb-worlds-titles-1320


[2] Inquirer Sports. (2025, September 30). Italy leaves PH with more than just a trophy; ‘thank you,’ star Bottolo tells Pinoys. Inquirer.net. https://sports.inquirer.net/642353/italy-leaves-ph-with-more-than-just-a-trophy-thank-you-star-bottolo-tells-pinoyshttps://sports.inquirer.net/642353/italy-leaves-ph-with-more-than-just-a-trophy-thank-you-star-bottolo-tells-pinoys


[3] Rappler. (n.d.). Volleyball. Retrieved September 30, 2025, from https://www.rappler.com/sports/volleyball/https://www.rappler.com/sports/volleyball/




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