Contested Polls on Abodi Hill's Carraro: Limit of Three Term Tenures Stated as Per Law
Laid-Back Chat About CONI Presidential Candidates
Wanna know who's battling it out for the top spot at the Italian National Olympic Committee (CONI)? Well, let's discuss, but remember, this ain't a formal announcement.
Franco Carraro ain't in the running, since the crow falls under the three-mandate limit. It's the same dilemma confronting Giovanni Malagò, another potential suit. Both have worn various hats over the years, including min'stering roles and leading the Italian Football Federation. Sadly, the law don't make exceptions, as this is what the legislative offices of the Ministry of Sport have confessed in a letter sent to CONI.
The Mandate Limit
So, keep it clear: "The president and other members of the national board may not serve more than three mandates" as stated in the letter. Some within CONI are still arguing against this, believing there's hope for ol' Franco Carraro. But we'll know more by June 5, as that's when candidate registrations close.
Abodi's thoughts
Minister of Sport, Andrea Abodi, hinted there might be a veto on potential candidates who don't tick the legality boxes. In a recent conference, he stated, "I think a candidacy is legitimate if it respects the norms. I have replied to the president of the Coni and therefore it will be up to him to communicate my response.”
Current Candidates
At the moment, these folks have thrown their hats in the ring:
- Luca Pancalli, the outgoing president of the Paralympic Committee
- Luciano Buonfiglio, the reigning president of the Italian Canoe Federation
- Giuseppe Macchiarola, a sports doctor
- Mauro Checcoli, an ex-equestrian Olympic competitor
- Carlo Iannelli, a cycling director
Reports suggest Ettore Thermes, an ex-sailor, might join, but we're waiting for confirmation whether he meets the requirements.
Aside from these, remember Silvia Salis, who currently serves as the Deputy Vice President of CONI. Information about other potential candidates may be found in recent or more focused CONI leadership sources. Stay tuned for updates!
Given the current presidential candidates and ongoing discussions about the mandate limit, one might wonder about the average experience these individuals bring to the table in sports like football, a popular discipline often associated with most sports enthusiasts. For instance, Luciano Buonfiglio, the reigning president of the Italian Canoe Federation, Giuseppe Macchiarola, a sports doctor, and Mauro Checcoli, an ex-equestrian Olympic competitor, may not have direct experience in football management. This raises questions about their potential approach towards football-related issues within CONI.
