On Saturday, March 22, 2025, sports enthusiasts tuning into Rai 2 and Rai Sport HD witnessed a thrilling blend of athletics, cycling, and skiing, with broadcasting highlighting some of the day's major events. The day kicked off early at 6:00 AM with the re-broadcast of the Sellaronda Skimarathon from Selva di Val Gardena, a prominent ski mountaineering race that captivates viewers with its scenic beauty and challenging course.
As the sun rose higher, sports coverage continued with the Reparto Corse motorsports magazine at 6:30 AM, providing insights into the latest happenings in motorsports, before moving on to the TG Sport Mattina at 7:00 AM, which set the tone for the day's sports events.
Then came a highlight for sports fans: the replay of the Viareggio Cup Women’s Final, showcasing the fierce competition between top teams Juventus and Milan at 7:30 AM. Following that, the anticipation built as the Milano-Sanremo cycling race gear up at 10:05 AM. This year marked the 116th edition of the race, a hallmark in the cycling calendar, beginning in Pavia and concluding after an exhausting 289 km trek to the iconic Via Roma in Sanremo.
At 11:15 AM, focus shifted to the World Athletics Indoor Championships taking place in Nanjing, China. Rai 2 broadcasted the second day of events, featuring exceptional performances from athletes around the globe.
The cycling excitement ramped up as the ladies took their turn in the Milano-Sanremo at 12:30 PM, showcasing dynamic competition and skill. With these two races, the day promised to deliver thrilling moments in cycling history.
Simultaneously, women's Serie A football was on display with the match between Sassuolo and Lazio broadcast at 12:30 PM. This match added a layer of excitement for football fans, especially with the ongoing narratives around women’s football.
Rugby fans were not left out, as a Serie A Elite match featuring Viadana versus Colorno aired at 1:30 PM, alongside the international United Rugby Championship match between Sharks and Zebre, starting shortly after at 1:45 PM.
At 2:00 PM, the World Athletics Indoor Championships resumed with continued coverage, leading into the main event of the day—the men's Milano-Sanremo race at 2:25 PM. Commentary was provided by well-known cycling experts including Stefano Rizzato and Stefano Garzelli.
Later in the evening, the sports line-up continued with women's Serie A featuring Milan against Roma at 4:00 PM. This clash is among the most pivotal fixtures of the season, adding rich narrative layers to the competition.
Following this, fans could enjoy the action from the semi-final playoff in women's volleyball between Conegliano and Novara, set to air at 5:55 PM. This match is crucial for determining the season's strong contenders.
The skiing events peaked in the early evening with the Downhill Finals of the World Cup from Sun Valley. Starting with the men’s finals at 5:50 PM, where Italy’s Dominik Paris took to the slopes, reflecting the nation’s strong presence in the skiing world. Following the men's event, at 7:25 PM, attention shifted towards the women's event, with Federica Brignone positioning herself for a potential championship title.
As the day concluded, the tension intensified with the men’s volleyball playoffs between Verona and Piacenza at 9:00 PM. The competition was looming with Piacenza currently ahead in the series.
Rai's programming ensures that sports fans are entertained throughout the day, making March 22, 2025, a cornerstone for various sports narratives, from cycling to skiing, rugby, and football. Each broadcast offers a blend of thrilling competition and the hope of crowning new champions in their respective sports, embodying the spirit of sportsmanship and competition that define such events in Italy's rich sporting heritage.
