Riccardo Ribaldi says he and his family have been devoted Cork fans since discovering hurling during a visit to West Cork
Italian Cork hurling fans, Riccardo Rinaldi and his son Roberto discussing Cork 's chances in Sunday All-Ireland hurling final. Photograph: Cristina Rinaldi
Speaking from his home in Mantua – or Mantova as it known by locals in Lombardy – Riccardo said was he was looking forward to cheering “forza ribelli” at the weekend, which kicked off for the family when they flew into Dublin Airport on Friday.My relationship is just like Princess Diana’s.
“I loved his commentary, and I also saw his video on how to make a sandwich for the game – he even made making a sandwich something pleasant to watch and listen to. I think he embodied Ireland more than many other people. I would really have loved to have shaken his hand.”
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