Italy sports update: Volleyball, cycling, and motorsport events

Various regional and national sporting events are taking place across Italy. In volleyball, Vero Volley Monza has begun preparations for the 2026/2027 SuperLega season under coach Massimo Eccheli, with the team gathering at the Opiquad Arena.

In motorsports, the sixth edition of the Slalom Città di Alessandria della Rocca is being held on the SS118 in the province of Agrigento, featuring 49 drivers competing for the Trofeo Madonna della Rocca.

Cycling events include the Monsterrando gravel race in Monferrato, where Danish cyclist Andreas Stokbro Nielsen secured victory. Additionally, Paralympic athlete Andrea Devicenzi is conducting tests at the Arese circuit in preparation for a 24-hour endurance challenge. In the Oltrepò Pavese region, the Gran Premio Colli Rovescalesi is set to host Elite and Under 23 international competitions, attracting professional teams seeking UCI points.

In football, Pro Vasto is set to begin its Coppa Italia d’Eccellenza campaign with a match against Montesilvano.