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Europe Eurasia Athletes Got Big Homecomings After Winter Games

Just under 1400 triumphant athletes from the Europe Eurasia region arrived back as heroes following the World Winter Games in Austria.
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Behind the Scenes at 2017 World Winter Games

Ever wonder what it's like for athletes at Special Olympics World Games? See the 2017 World Games in Austria from their eyes.

2017 Winter Games Athletes Delivered in Extraordinary Fashion

"Athletes from across Europe Eurasia came to these Games to showcase their talents, their passion and the results of their hard work."
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2017 World Games: A Look Back

Around the globe, the 2017 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Austria were known as the "Heartbeat for the World." See why.

Fans Bring Chants, Clangs and Gongs for Special Olympics Athletes

Attendees at the World Winter Games heard a different kind of music resounding across those Austrian Alps.
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Graz Sparkled At Special Olympics Dance Contest

The event was sold out and packed with family, friends and fans all there to support their dancers.
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The One-Man Teams of Special Olympics

Armenia and FYR Macedonia were the two smallest delegations in Special Olympics Winter Games in Austria - with one participant each.
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Strong Minds Program Giving Athletes the Tools To Succeed

Program aims to teach athletes mental exercises and provide resources to increase relaxation and stress management skills.
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Teaches Used School of Special Olympics to Teach Support

At World Games, teachers decided to have a different kind of lesson. One that teaches equality and how to support and help each other.
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2017 Flame of Hope Lighting Ceremony

See highlights from the flame lighting ceremony that preceded the 2017 Special Olympics World Winter Games.