Exhibition 'Over the limits. Sport Italy. Portrait of a changing country' in Hanoi
The Embassy of Italy in Hanoi introduced the exhibition Over the limits. Sport Italy. Portrait of a changing country, conceived by the M9 Museum of Venice with the support of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.
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| From the left: Ms. Le Hoang Yen, Deputy Director of the Vietnam Sports Department; Italian Ambassador to Vietnam Marco Della Seta. (Photo: Hoang Ngan) |
The exhibition Over the limits. Sport Italy. Portrait of a changing country inaugurated on Friday 27th September at Casa Italia (18 Le Phung Hieu, Hoan Kiem).
The exhibition offers an innovative artistic journey on the history, present and future of Italian sport, recounting not only the achievements of Italian athletes but also the transformation of Italy in the last century alongside sport.
With a selection of over 24 photographic panels, Over the limits also intends to present the most iconic places and athletes of Italian sport to the Vietnamese public.
According to Italian Ambassador to Vietnam Marco Della Seta, throughout history, sport has played a powerful role in bridging nations, overcoming divisions and encouraging dialogue. Diplomacy and sport share a common goal: building understanding and cooperation between cultures. Vietnam itself is a testament to the transformative power of sport.
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| The exhibition runs until October 8 at Casa Italia (10 Le Phung Hieu, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi). (Photo: Hoang Ngan) |
With the rapid development of its sports industry, Vietnam has seen a significant increase in international sporting achievements in recent years. From impressive performances at the SEA Games to gold medals at the 2016 and 2020 Olympics, Vietnamese athletes have demonstrated their determination and excellence. Sport has become an integral part of Vietnamese society, with more and more people participating in both recreational and competitive activities. Italy, like Vietnam, considers sport to be central to national identity.
“Our country’s sporting tradition spans centuries and today the Italian sports industry accounts for 1,3% of the national GDP and includes more than 750 companies, generating Euro 12,2 billion in revenue and Euro 9,2 billion in exports worldwide.
Whether it is football, cycling or motorsport, Italian athletes have always made their mark on the international stage. At the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, Italy once again shined, with memorable performances in many events and a total of 40 medals, including 12 gold medals. It is these values of pushing boundaries, striving for greatness and overcoming limitations that form the core message of the exhibition we are opening today.” said Ambassador Marco Della Seta.
