Join us for the 5th Annual 5k for Davide, hosted by NY International FC, Dynamix CrossFit & Forte Lab on July 18th, 2026.

This heartfelt event honors the life and legacy of Davide Giri, our dear friend and former athlete tragically killed in 2021. Since 2022, we’ve gathered each year to celebrate his memory and legacy with a spirited 5k run/walk/bike.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just want to support a great cause, come out and join us in commemorating Davide’s impact on our community. Don’t miss this meaningful event at Dynamix CrossFit 36-05 20th Ave in Astoria, Queens, on July 18th, 2026! The 5k starts at 9am, but please come by Forte Lab, located down the block at 38-05 20th Ave at 8:20am for a pre-run warm up, stretching and injury prevention session.

The 5th annual 5k for Davide is donation based. Our recommended donation is $15 but please donate as you see fit. All of this years proceeds will be donated to Amici di Davide, (Friends of Davide) an association created in Italy by Davide’s family and friends to uplift Davide’s life and legacy

This event is both in-person AND virtual so we would love to have you join us from afar with the #MoveForDavide

Davide’s Story

On December 2nd, 2021, our club, NY International FC, lost our incredible teammate and beloved friend, Davide Giri.

Davide, an Inter Milan obsessive from the Piedmont town of Alba, Italy, Ph.D. candidate at Columbia University, and founding member of our football club, was tragically murdered on his way home from a mid-week training session with the team, in an unprovoked attack a few blocks away from his apartment. The senseless and random attack devastated our club, and has left a gap in our hearts that will never be filled.

Davide was one of the first players to join NY International FC upon its creation in 2019 and he quickly became one of the pillars of the club. A left-footed defender, he will be remembered on the pitch for his Alessandro Nesta-esque tackles and his incredible work rate, always giving everything he could for the team. Davide was a decisive contributor to NYIFC’s successive promotions and was a major influence on and off the field.

Davide was a true gentleman and brought nothing but joy and kindness to those around him with his good nature, gentle heart, witty sense of humor, and his contagious smile, all of which will never be forgotten.

We invite everyone to join us for a brilliant day of community and sport.