What is fiamme oro?

Fiamme Oro, which means "golden flames" in Italian, is the official sports team of the Italian State Police. The team competes in a variety of sports such as athletics, boxing, fencing, and shooting. Fiamme Oro athletes are considered among the best in the country and have represented Italy at various international sporting events such as the Olympics and the World Championships. The team was founded in 1954 and is based in Rome. The athletes are police officers who have passed rigorous physical and athletic tests to join the team. In addition to their sports training, Fiamme Oro members also receive specialized training in security and crowd control to assist in policing events.