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Abu Dhabi 2019

Special Olympics World Summer Games
14 - 21 March 2019 in the United Arab Emirates.

Daniel Smrokowski and Keira Byland

Daniel Smrokowski, a Sargent Shriver International Global Messenger, interviews Kiera Byland, who won three gold medals in cycling at the 2019 Special Olympics World Games.

Daniel Smrokowski and Daina Shilts

Daniel Smrokowski, a Sargent Shriver International Global Messenger, interviews Daina Shilts, special correspondent for ESPN for the Special Olympics World Games 2019.

Ian Harper and Emanuelle de Souza

Ian Harper, a Sargent Shriver International Global Messenger from Great Britain, interviews Emmanuelle de Souza, a Sargent Shriver International Global Messenger from Brazil.

The Most Unified Games

Witness the competitive, joyful spirit of the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019—the most Unified Games in history.

‘Anything is possible’: Jamaican athlete touches hearts at Special Olympics World Games

He kneels down, resting his hands on the ground in front of his body. He then slowly drags his feet towards his arms. He starts running, gnashing his teeth and using his arms to support himself.
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Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019 celebrates laying foundation for legacy of inclusion

A series of social initiatives that will establish the legacy of Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019 have been announced by dignitaries and leading figures from the UAE and Special Olympics.
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Spectacular Closing Ceremony Celebrates Legacy of World Games Abu Dhabi and Achievements of Thousands of Athletes and Volunteers

Seven days of sporting achievement, thousands of athletes and volunteers, dozens of events, countless displays of bravery, and millions of smiles.
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Sargent Shriver International Global Messengers at the World Games

Sargent Shriver International Global Messengers have been busy at the 2019 World Games!
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How Opening Eyes can save lives: Indonesian teenager discovered with rare condition at World Games

5 years ago, a 15-year-old Yusuf saw a good opportunity to score a goal. Without wasting time, he took the shot but the ball hit the post, deflected back making direct contact with his left eye.
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Daniel Smrokowski and Nyasha Derera

Daniel Smrokowski, a Sargent Shriver International Global Messenger, interviews fellow Sargent Shriver International Global Messenger and Special Olympics Zimbabwe Athlete, Nyasha Derera.