Federica Pellegrini finished fourth in the women's 200m freestyle at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Summer Olympics on August 10, 2016.
What happened?
Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi comforted Federica Pellegrini after her loss.
Federica Pellegrini was the Italian flag bearer during the opening ceremonies of Rio 2016.
Why it matters for Federica Pellegrini
Federica Pellegrini expressed deep grief on Instagram, stating "It hurts so badly right now that I cannot describe it!!"
Matteo Renzi wrote on Twitter "Too bad for #rio2016. But thank you from my heart to @mafaldina88 one of the strongest athletes of all time #orgogliotricolore."
What comes next?
Federica Pellegrini's determination and effort were acknowledged by Matteo Renzi.
The 2016 Rio de Janeiro Summer Olympics took place from August 5 to August 21, 2016.
Federica Pellegrini's result in the women's 200m freestyle was a fourth-place finish.
Federica Pellegrini's performance was closely watched as she was a strong contender.
The women's 200m freestyle event was highly competitive, with many talented swimmers participating.
Federica Pellegrini's experience and skill were evident despite not winning a medal.
The Italian team was proud to have Federica Pellegrini as their flag bearer.
Federica Pellegrini's fans and supporters were disappointed but still proud of her achievement.
The 2016 Rio de Janeiro Summer Olympics were a significant event for Federica Pellegrini.
Federica Pellegrini's hard work and dedication were recognized by her fans and the Italian Prime Minister.