Overview

• Federica Pellegrini appeared in a two-day exclusive Le Iene interview, sharing candid views on doping, rivalries, and her political identity.
• She reiterated her belief that Jannik Sinner’s doping case was handled differently due to his popularity, emphasizing he never intentionally doped.
• Pellegrini described her relationship with Thomas Ceccon as respectful but distant, citing differing approaches to respect for predecessors.
• She weighed in on generational succession in swimming, suggesting Alessandra Mao, 14, as a potential heir rather than Sara Curtis.
• The interview also saw Pellegrini openly declare her political stance as a 'moderate right-wing,' sparking renewed public discourse.