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. The arena has a seating capacity of 3,916 for volleyball and is primarily used for

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and handball. It also hosts live

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s. The Forum is the home floor of the professional volleyball team Pallavolo Padova.

History

The arena opened in 1981. Since then, it has hosted several important sports and musical events. Among them, the 1981–82 FIBA Korać Cup final,

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and

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References

External links

PalaFabris on Pallavolopadova.com

PalaFabris on Padovanet.it
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