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In the News

Prince Harry Sends Message of Good Luck to Special Olympics Great Britain Team

Special Olympics World Games 2019 Team shot taken outside
The Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry, has sent a message of good luck to the Special Olympics Great Britain team on the eve of The Special Olympics World Games 2019.
Athletes

Female Athletes Speak to the Power of Inclusion at the Majlis

Loretta on stage speaking
Female Special Olympics athletes testified to the power of inclusion during a discussion at the Mohamed Bin Zayed Majlis lecture on 13 March, 2019.
In the News

Opening Ceremony Highlights for Largest World Games Ever

Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019 opening ceremony stage, athletes seated, red lights and full light show action on stage.
The opening ceremony for the 2019 World Games in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates proved to be an energetic and celebratory tribute to the spirit of competition and the power of inclusion.
Athletes

Abu Dhabi Daily Show Launches

By Carolyn Phillips, March 15, 2019
Daniel Smrokowski and Jenny Fortner sit outside during an interview.
Athlete Leader Daniel Smrokowski Interviews New Special Olympics Board Member Jennifer Fortner.
Press Releases

Electrifying and Inspiring Opening Ceremony Signals Start of Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi in Breathtaking Style

Fireworks going off in Zayad stadium.
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan announced the start of Special Olympics World Games 2019.
In the News

First Day of Competition Highlights

Arial shot of female player shooting for the hoop; 9 other players accompany her on the court along with three officials and spectators can be seen int he background.
The first day of competition, 15 March, at the 2019 World Games in Abu Dhabi kicked off with a number of notable firsts.
In the News

Humans of New York covers Special Olympics World Games in Abu Dhabi

Brandon Stanton of Humans of New York will be doing a special series on athletes, coaches, families, and volunteers participating at the Games.
Athletes

Gold, Silver, and Bronze for Teen Li Xiang from China

China athlete Li Xiang is awarded a gold medal for gymnastics
This time, Li Xiang taken on more gymnastics events than ever: the rings, vault, parallel bars, horizontal bar, pommel horse, plus all-around and floor exercises.
Athletes

Determination Drives Swimmer Aquiles Heredia

Aquilis Heredia giving a thumbs up. Spectators are in the background.
Aquiles Heredia is so determined to swim his best, he's improved his technique beyond what even his most supportive doctors had predicted.
Press Releases

Special Olympics and Badminton World Federation Launch Long-Term Partnership

Wang Yihan on the left and Peter Gade on the right; both in action poses going for the birdy with their rackets. .jpg
Special Olympics and the Badminton World Federation (BWF) announce a long-term partnership and commitment to developing a cooperative plan to increase inclusion and accessibility for more athletes.
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