PRESS ACCREDITATION NOTE
EVENT: “MOTO D’ITALIA – CULTURE BEYOND THE TRACK”
(Farnesina, 14 July 2026)
On Tuesday 14 July 2026, from 10.00 a.m., the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, will deliver the opening address at the event “Moto d’Italia – Culture beyond the track”, which will be held at the Farnesina.
The initiative is dedicated to promoting the Italian motorcycling industry on the international stage – a prime example of ‘Made in Italy’ excellence that combines sporting competition, industry, innovation, culture, design, regional promotion and popular enthusiasm. During the event, the documentary series “Moto d’Italia – Cultura oltre la pista” (Moto d’Italia – Culture beyond the track) will also be presented. Produced by the MAECI in collaboration with the MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group, Italian Trade Agency, ANCMA (Italian National Association of Cycle, Motorcycle, and Accessories), EICMA (International Motorcycle and Accessories Exhibition) and the Italian Motorcycling Federation. The series is designed to provide the diplomatic network with tools to promote Italy and Italian motorcycling, which is regarded as part of the country’s sporting, industrial and cultural heritage.
The event, introduced by the moderators Vera Spadini (Sky) and Simona Rolandi (RAI), will be attended by the CEO of MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group, Carmelo Ezpeleta; the President of the Italian Trade Agency, Matteo Zoppas (tbc); the President of the Italian Motorcycling Federation, Giovanni Copioli; the President of ANCMA, Mariano Roman; and the CEO of EICMA, Paolo Magri. Other speakers will include: on behalf of the Aprilia/Piaggio Group, Massimo Rivola, CEO of Aprilia Racing, acting on behalf of the President Matteo Colaninno and CEO Michele Colanninno; and on behalf of the Ducati Motor Holding Group, its Chief Executive Officer, Claudio Domenicali, as well as leading riders from various motorcycling circuits.
At the end of the speeches, Minister Antonio Tajani will present the plaques to the Ambassadors of Sports Diplomacy.
This will be followed by the signing ceremony for the commemorative helmet – a tribute from the sporting world to the Minister, to be kept at the Farnesina – and the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the exhibition of six motorbikes belonging to the leading Italian motorcycle manufacturers competing in MotoGP, which are celebrating significant anniversaries this year.
Journalists, photographers and cameramen wishing to attend the event may submit their accreditation request by 4:00 p.m. on Monday 13 July, by registering at https://portaleaccreditamento.esteri.it, and uploading the required documentation.
Those who are already registered on the online portal and have received confirmation of their registration may access their profile and select participation in the event.
For further information, please contact the Communication Unit at +39 06 3691 3432 – 8210 – 8573 – 3078 – 3450 or via email at accreditamentostampa@esteri.it
Badges must be collected in person at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, central entrance, left side, on Tuesday 14 July, between 09:30 and 09:50 a.m.
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