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Cross Country Skiing

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In the News

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 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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Man outside in the snow on skis.
Athletes

Skiing "Is My Favorite Exercise!"—Alexandrea Trains for World Winter Games

Alexandrea Rutledge has been working out "a lot" ahead of Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025. She's been a Special Olympics athlete for more than 12 years, and this will be her first international competition.
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Woman wearing Special Olympics France winter gear poses for the camera and smiles
Athletes

Olympic Torch Bearer and Special Olympics athlete Fanélie Croizat Champions Teamwork Ahead of Turin 2025

Special Olympics France cross-country skier values joy, friendship and personal growth over podium finishes.
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A skier skiing down a hill
Community Impact

Special Olympics and FIS Pen MOU to Celebrate World Snow Day

On January 19, Special Olympics is celebrating World Snow Day by renewing its MOU with the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS).
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One man and one woman wearing Special Olympics Switzerland gear dancing and smiling at the camera on a bridge
Athletes

‘Celebrate the Exceptional’ Campaign Launches Ahead of Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025

Initiative to highlight achievements of eight European athletes, each competing in one of the eight sports featured in Turin 2025
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Special Olympics Italia National Winter Games 2024
Europe Eurasia

Special Olympics Italia National Winter Games 2024

The Special Olympics Italia Winter Games 2024 took place 4 – 8 March 2024 in Sestriere, Pragelato, Entracque and Borgo Sandalmazzo.
Konrad is wearing a red Special Olympics jersey and smiles at the camera while holding his medals.
Athletes

Konrad Debniak’s Story Of Resilience

The Special Olympics Poland athlete finds confidence, equality, and purpose through sports.
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Team of six happy people smiling and celebrating while posing for the camera and standing on the first step of the podium.
In the News

European Special Olympics Athletes Impress on the Snow as Sports Season Kicks-off

Alpine and Cross-Country Skiing Europeans take place with hundreds of athletes from 17 countries participating.
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Mary Davis sitting and speaking.
In the News

SOI Representatives Appraised how Kazan is getting ready for SO World Winter Games

They examined Special Olympics World Winter Games facilities and discussed further steps to prepare for the competitions.
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