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Location: Athens, GreeceDates: 25th June - 4th July 2011Theme: I’m in (Ima Mesa)7,500 Athletes185 Programs
2011 Athens - Let the Games Begin
From aquatics to gymnastics to basketball, this video catches the excitement of Special Olympics World Games competition.1:26
27 Sports A – Z
2011 World Games Athens
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Taste of Victory: China’s Top Scorer Leads his Team to Success
It was Fan Xinwei’s first time visiting Italy. Although the city of Turin offered sites, history, and iconic Italian cuisine, the only thing on this floorball player’s mind was victory. And over the course of competition at Inalpi Arena, that’s exactly what Special Olympics China accomplished.
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From the Arctic Circle to Italy: Greenland’s Nuka Martin Lynge raises the bar
At 21 years old, cross-country-skier Nuka Martin Lynge, from Greenland, has already completed two runs of the Arctic Circle Race - recognised as the world’s most challenging cross-country skiing competition. Earlier this month, he brought his skills and focus from the top of the world to Turin, Italy when he represented Special Olympics Denmark at the Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025.
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Konrad Dębniak: Team Poland’s Generous Spirit and Sporting Hero!
Konrad Dębniak (35), an accomplished athlete from Special Olympics Poland, has become a true role model for his community—on and off the sports field. His journey to the World Games is a testament to his generous and relentless spirit, and his inspiring determination—all encouraged by his deeply supportive coach, Remigiusz Woźniak.
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