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Team Estonia’s Helen Nääme Sails into DanceSport Finals!

Special Olympics Estonia athlete Helen Nääme kicked off the Games by leading her delegation in the Parade of Athletes at Opening Ceremony.
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Everyone Belongs in Sport: MATP Skiers Take to the Slopes in Powerful Sport Demonstration

Yesterday marks a historic day for the Special Olympics Motor Activity Training Program (MATP) when the first-ever MATP Demonstration took place at the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025.
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World Winter Games Turin 2025 Photo of the Day

The Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 is brimming with intense competition, inspiring stories, and heartfelt emotions. Dive into the spirit of these Games with our daily photo updates, capturing the essence of this extraordinary event.
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26 World Winter Games Delegations Get a Boost from Charitable Album

The atmosphere was electric as 26 delegations, supported by grants from The Christmas Fund, arrived in Italy, their excitement palpable.
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Igniting the Spirit: Athletes Share their Journeys to Turin 2025

As excitement builds, we will highlight eight phenomenal athletes who will represent their nations in Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025. Their journeys of passion and dedication reflecting the transformative impact of sport.
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100 International Delegations Set to Compete at Turin 2025

100 international delegations, representing the diversity and global footprint of the Special Olympics movement, will descend on Turin, Italy this week for the official opening of the Turin Games.
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Special Olympics Europe Eurasia Partners with Story10 to Elevate Global Exposure for Turin 2025

Renewed partnership builds on success of the Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023
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From Athlete to High Priestess: The Story of Ilianna Simeonidi

Special Olympics rhythmic gymnast illuminates path to inclusion ahead of World Summer and Winter Games
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Special Olympics Albania Athletes Head to Special Olympics World Winter Games for the First Time

An event supported by Coca-Cola, involving institutions and donors celebrated this historic milestone
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You are not Just Athletes, You are Champions!

As the athletes of Special Olympics prepare for the World Winter Games Turin 2025, high profile figures from across Europe send their best wishes for a successful, joyful and fearless World Winter Games!
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Flame of Hope Ignites the Path to Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025

The Special Olympics Flame of Hope™ begins its journey from Athens to Italy
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Turin 2025 Home Hope: Ugo Valentini Swaps Tennis Racket For Snowboard Boots

Multi-sports talent balances training for the Special Olympics World Winter Games with driving lessons
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