Simone Conte and Raffaele Pelligra won the silver medal in the men's synchronized 10-metre platform diving final this week [1].
The result marks a significant achievement for the Italian diving program during the 2026 European Aquatics Championships held in Paris. Securing a podium finish in one of the most technical events of the competition reinforces Italy's standing among the top diving nations in Europe.
The duo finished second overall based on the judges' scores [3]. They trailed the Russian pair, who earned the gold medal [2]. The Ukrainian pair rounded out the podium, taking home the bronze medal [3].
The synchronized 10-metre platform event requires precise timing and coordination between the two divers to maximize scores. Conte and Pelligra maintained high consistency throughout the final to edge out the Ukrainian competitors for the second-place spot [1].
This performance in Paris comes as part of a broader series of events for the championships. The competition has seen various athletes vie for dominance across multiple disciplines, including diving, and artistic swimming [3]. The Italian team has seen multiple successes throughout the meet, contributing to a strong overall showing for the nation in France [3].
“Simone Conte and Raffaele Pelligra won the silver medal in the men's synchronized 10-metre platform diving final”
This silver medal placement demonstrates Italy's continued competitiveness in high-difficulty diving events. By finishing ahead of Ukraine and trailing only Russia, Conte and Pelligra have established themselves as a primary duo to watch in European synchronized diving, signaling a strong trajectory for the Italian team in international competition.
