Gino Neil Lupini is a retired South African-Italian professional rugby union player[1] who played in the top domestic Italian league Top10 and for Italy Sevens in 10 competitions, making 43 match appearances.[2][3][4]
During the COVID-19 pandemic crisis 2020, Lupini announced his retirement with immediate effect. He had suffered a number of concussions throughout his playing career, he announced his retirement on his social media accounts and with an Italian rugby journalist from ONRUGBY.IT.[9]
He stated that it is, Strange to think I am writing this at 26, but after a few months of contemplating and not due to lack of opportunity I am lucky enough to blow final whistle on my playing career, both literally and figuratively hanging up my boots. I feel that it is best for me to focus on my future.I feel so grateful and thankful that I have had the chance to turn my childhood dream into a reality and I can only hope that it be considered a success. I was fortunate enough to be with so many amazing teams, have such successful teammates and most importantly, made friendships that will last a lifetime. I couldn't have chased my childhood dream without the support from family and friends, thank you all for being there for me, no one could have asked for more."
Lupini is now a teacher at private International school in Milan, Italy. Additionally he has focused himself on his charity work. As of 2023 he has become a published author under a pen name which he has not released.
