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Pellegrini swims with 40-degree fever, sparking controversy

Original: federica pellegrini

Italian swimming champion Federica Pellegrini has revealed she competed while running a fever of 40 degrees, saying she raced anyway. The statement has triggered a heated debate in Italy, with commentators split between admiration for her determination and criticism that racing with a serious fever sets a dangerous example for athletes.

Why now: Her claim that she raced despite a 40-degree fever has ignited a public controversy in Italy about athlete health and pressure to compete.

Federica PellegriniLa Gazzetta dello SportItaly

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• Pellegrini: "40 di febbre? Si gareggia lo stesso". E scoppia la polemica · La Gazzetta dello Sport

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