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Contributors are asked a series of 100 interview questions, curated by Hans Ulrich Obrist, in an effort to define what makes the community distinct. 

Question 16 of 100

What achievements of yours are you especially proud of? 

Having children, and that they love me.

Question 24 of 100

What do you want to be remembered for?

What a question! I’d like to be remembered as a good footballer and as a decent person.

Question 40 of 100

What’s the best advice you ever received?

The best advice i ever received is from my dad. He used to say, “be responsible for your actions.”

Question 45 of 100

Would you rather rise early or stay up late? Or both?

I’m more of a night owl.

Question 49 of 100

What’s more essential, together time or alone time?

I’m quite introverted. But having played a team sport, sharing time and space with others is really important. Growing up, maturing, that all comes from being around people and learning from them.

Question 56 of 100

What’s the best way to go beyond fear?

You can’t ever be 100% ready, but to overcome fear, you have to be as prepared as you can.

Question 66 of 100

What is freedom?

When you reach a certain level of maturity, when you can really be yourself, that’s when life feels right.

Question 72 of 100

Are you a city or country person? Or both?

I was born in Milan and I’ve never left Milan.

Question 99 of 100

Three words that describe your values?

Honesty, respect and dreams.

Question 100 of 100

How do you celebrate your birthday?

After you hit 50, a minute’s silence will do.