Italian Olympic Gymnast Sponsored by Parmesan Cheese Goes Viral: ‘The Ultimate Dream’

There’s nothing cheesy about getting a sponsorship!

Italian Olympic gymnast Giorgia Villa is going viral after photos resurfaced of her holding wheels and wedges of parmesan cheese. The 21-year-old was sponsored by Parmigiano-Reggiano from 2021 to 2022.

Related: How Much Do Olympic Athletes Earn When They Medal in Paris?

Photos show Villa performing gymnastic moves over the wheel, such as handstands and skills on the balance beam.

“Since I was a child I’ve always loved this amazing product, a symbol of excellence and Italian culture, and since today being able to collaborate with them makes me extremely proud and excited to face future challenges,” she wrote in a translated caption on Instagram.

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