Summer
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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Historic Wins for Saudi Women’s Bocce Team
It was a moment to remember for Saudi Arabia as the women’s Bocce team took home its first-ever medal at Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019.
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Khadija Zen Al Abdeen Breaks Barriers for Women at World Games
Khadija isn’t just competing at Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019, she is breaking barriers.
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USA Equestrian Spencer Roberson Sweeps Gold at his First World Games
Spencer Roberson is an accomplished athlete and volunteer who made his international debut at the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019.
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‘I’m Going for the Gold, Mom’: A Jamaican Bocce Player’s Vow
Delroy Sullivan has something in common with his role-model Usain Bolt.
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Eyes on the Prize at World Games: Lions Clubs International Foundation Opening Eyes Program
If you’ve never seen the world clearly, how would you know you are missing something?
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Meet Gold Medal Cyclist Kiera Byland
Kiera Byland wins gold again for cycling at the 2019 World Games in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Jamaal Charles, Joe Haden and Dale Moss Play Unified
Special Olympics Global Ambassadors Jamaal Charles, Joe Haden and Dale Moss invite people with and without intellectual disabilities to play Unified flag football at Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019.
‘Compassion Creates Compassion’: The Special Olympics World Games Open in Spectacular Fashion in Abu Dhabi
Over 40,000 people from all around the world are cheering and making waves during a sold-out sports event.
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Hometown Hero Saleh Al Marri Aims High, Wins Gold
Saleh Al Marri set a high goal for himself—and reached it.
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