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  • Location: Anchorage, Alaska
    Dates: 4th – 11th March 2001
    Theme: Challenging New Frontiers
    Number of Athletes: 2,750
    Number of Programs: 80

    Opening Ceremonies from 2001 to 2009

    This is a selection of clips from Special Olympics World Games opening ceremonies including the Games in China and Ireland.
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Alpine Skiing

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Cross Country Skiing

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Floor Hockey

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Short Track Speed Skating

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Snowboarding

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Snowshoeing

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As the athletes of Special Olympics prepare for the World Winter Games Turin 2025, high profile figures from across Europe send their best wishes for a successful, joyful and fearless World Winter Games!
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Through creativity, partnership, and improvised equipment, Namibia’s floorball team has found a curious path to not only play the sport, but to excel and reach the world stage in Turin for the 2025 World Winter Games.

Art meets purpose in an extraordinary collaboration with Vespa

Art meets purpose in an extraordinary collaboration. Watch legendary architect, Frank Gehry, renowned artist Urs Fischer, and Special Olympics Italia artist Ghinka transform iconic Vespas into one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Every detail is crafted to support Special Olympics. Stay tuned for the full reveal.