Sal Da Vinci Wins Sanremo 2026 Following Prediction by Antonio Ricci

Sal Da Vinci has emerged victorious at the 76th Sanremo Music Festival, a win that was seemingly foreshadowed by television personality Antonio Ricci a month prior to the event. Ricci, known as the creator and author of the satirical news program Striscia la Notizia, predicted Da Vinci’s win in an interview with Il Fatto Quotidiano on February 1st.

Ricci’s Prediction and its Impact

During the February 1st interview with Alessandro Ferrucci, Ricci was asked about potential winners of the festival. He responded, “Mi dicono Sal Da Vinci, forse solo per bruciarlo” – “They tell me Sal Da Vinci, perhaps just to burn him,” according to Notizie.it. This comment quickly gained traction in the media and on social platforms, influencing public perception and betting odds.

Following Ricci’s statement, Sal Da Vinci’s odds of winning reportedly increased, indicating a shift in sentiment among both the public and bettors, as reported by Notizie.it. This change wasn’t necessarily tied to performances or critical reviews, but rather to the increased exposure generated by Ricci’s prediction.

The Festival and the Winner

Sal Da Vinci secured the win with his song “Per sempre sì.” Lopinionista.it notes that Ricci’s prediction proved accurate, much to the delight of Da Vinci’s fans.

Reaction and Celebration

Striscia la Notizia celebrated the victory on its official Instagram page, posting, “Noi ve lo avevamo detto!” – “We told you so!” as reported by Il Gazzettino. The win marks a significant moment in Da Vinci’s career, building on the success of his previous hit, “Rossetto e caffè.”

Da Vinci was similarly scheduled to appear on Domenica In following his win, though a stumble during his appearance was noted by Virgilio, with host Mara Venier reacting to the incident.