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A large group of athletes and Special Olympics representatives stand in a circle clapping with joyful expressions on their faces.
Male floorball athlete maneuvering the ball during a game.
Athletes

Victory on Court 3: The Bomber Leads Italy to Glory

The Division B Unified floorball match on Court 3 was a thrilling showdown between Special Olympics Italy and Special Olympics Germany.
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An athlete stands on a podium after finishing in second place in a snowboarding competition. His fellow athletes, in third and fourth place, stand with him
Athletes

Snowboarder Marcel Schilling Wins Double Silver on the Slopes

Marcel Schilling, a charismatic 34-year-old snowboarder from Thurgau, Switzerland, has kicked off his Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025 experience in style.
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A group of men and women in formal attire stand in a row.
In the News

Special Olympics Global Coalition For Inclusion Celebrates Progress

Leaders gather in Turin to strengthen commitment to inclusive education through sports
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Special Olympics Netherlands Unified partner Tim Spruijt, athlete Kenya Koene and head coach Irene Reniers
Athletes

Lead and Follow: Special Olympics Netherlands Unified DanceSport

At just 3 years old, Special Olympics Netherlands athlete Kenya Koene began dancing. The footwork came naturally, as she followed in the footsteps of her mother, Irene Reniers, a longtime dancer.
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A group of three DanceSport athletes dressed in traditional Estonian costumes, walk into an arena. A group of Estonian athletes dressed in blue winter gear cheer from behind them
Athletes

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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Two coaches high-5 while holding MATP ski apparatus.
Athletes

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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athlete skiing down a giant slalom
Athletes

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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A group of athletes in red outfits and black jackets standing together and cheering.
In the News

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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A man stands laughing beside another man on a snowy mountain, with their snowboards. The backdrop features clear skies and mountain peaks, emphasising a winter sports setting.
Athletes

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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Athletes running in the snow.
In the News

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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Packed stadium with fireworks in the background
In the News

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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Woman dressed as High Priestess holding torch with Special Olympics Flame of Hope™
Athletes

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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