During the Olympic torch relay in Pompeii, Italy, the flame was carried by notable torchbearers including Maria Marinella Biacca, internationally acclaimed actor Jackie Chan, former Olympic fencing gold medallist Sandro Cuomo, and ex-Paralympian Immacolata Cerasuolo. Their participation highlighted a blend of sports excellence and global cultural icons, celebrating the spirit of the Olympics while honoring both past and present athletic achievements.

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