Magnini, the luxury of normal life
Interview with the King of Italian swimming
Few weeks to go to the beginning of the Swimming World Championship of Rome, Luxgallery met the King of Italian Swimming: Filippo Magnini.
Good-looking body, pleasing face, shoulders and arms that make the difference in the water and not only. Among the most cherished sportsmen, Filippo Magnini is one of the faces chosen by Giorgio Armani as testimonial for his collection EA7. An ambassador of style in the swimming pool as well as in life.
Between secret dreams and goals achieved, Magnini told us how the glamour and the search-lights match perfectly with his perseverance essential to be the best in sport and we found out that, to win, one needs the courage of living a normal life.
From King to King, how did the collaboration with Armani begin?
By chance. King Giorgio has always been a fan of swimming. One evening, I was in his club for a drink together with my manager when they introduced us. We liked each other right away and Mr Armani confessed me that he would like to work with me. Obviously I couldn’t but be happy about it and since that evening began a collaboration that has turned out to be a winning one.
What cannot be missing in your closet for special occasions?
Usually I wear simple clothes, but for special occasions an Armani suit is a must..
Which sportswoman would you recommend as a testimonial of a luxury maison?
I realize that, luckily, the maisons are more and more looking at the world of sports in the search of their testimonials. It is an important signal, because it links the idea of sport to the glamorous one of a brand. If well managed, it becomes a very powerful mix. I can’t name one…there are many worthy colleagues, too many.
Once you will stop swimming, will you see yourself rather in the world of sport, fashion or show business?
The experience at the Famous Island made me understand that, once my career will be over, I would like to begin a new experience in the show business. I like challenges and definitely that of television is a very challenging and competitive world.
How to combine the rigour of sport and the glamour of beau monde?
They definitely need to be well handled. One need to be able to dedicate the right time to both. To attend too many glamorous events could distract you from your goals. I always try to remember that, if people recognize me in the street, it is because of what I did and that I keep doing in the swimming pool.
What are your points of reference in your life and in sport?
My family plays a very big role in my life. I am very lucky because my parents have always been very present, although giving me the chance to choose. In sport, and especially in swimming, the athlete I am inspired to is Alexander Popov.
For sport and not only you have visited many cities and countries: what is the place where you would live and why?
It’s true I have been travelling a lot, but I haven’t had the time to actually visit the places where the competitions took place. I am looking forward for the World Championship in Rome to be over (with a victory…) to go on a holiday.
What is never missing in your fridge?
My job imposes me an healthy and balanced diet. But I have a weakness: mayonnaise…
You won many medals, what is your secret dream?
Obviously to win a gold medal in the 100 freestyle at the World Championship in Rome. I would be the first athlete in history to win three times in a row. I am lucky that I will play at home and this is an opportunity not to miss.
Francesca Zottola
Fashion, Men Collection, People And Brand, Sport,
Tags: Alexander Popov, EA7, Filippo Magnini, Giorgio Armani, glamour, Swimming World Championship
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