Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019

Schedule

Events	Thu Mar 14	Fri Mar 15	Sat Mar 16	Sun Mar 17	Mon Mar 18	Tue Mar 19	Wed Mar 20	Thu Mar 21
Opening & Closing Ceremony
Athletics
Badminton
Basketball
Beach Volleyball
Bocce
Bowling
Cycling
Equestrian
Football
Golf
Gymnastics (artistic)
Gymnastics (rhythmic)
Handball
Judo
Kayaking
Open Water Swimming
Powerlifting
Roller Skating
Sailing
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Volleyball
Events	Thu Mar 14	Fri Mar 15	Sat Mar 16	Sun Mar 17	Mon Mar 18	Tue Mar 19	Wed Mar 20	Thu Mar 21

Spectacular Closing Ceremony Celebrates Legacy Of World Games Abu Dubai 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.

Special Olympics World Games Abu Dubai 2019 Celebrates Laying Foundation For Legacy Of Inclusion And A More Unified Tomorrow

A series of social initiatives that will establish the legacy of Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019 have been announced by dignitaries and leading figures from the UAE and Special Olympics.

World Down Syndrome Day

First person’s piece of the Special Olympic athlete, Chaica Al Qassimi, a Technical Officer, Judo, Special Olympics UAE team

“Nothing Is Impossible For Me,” Says Visually Imparied Special Olympics Team New Zealand Swimmer

"Give it your best and do not underestimate your own abilities!”

Priceless Memories From World Games Abu Dhabi Mean More Than Medals For UAE Swimmer

Rebecca Hatcher might not have a gold, silver or a bronze medal to wear on her journey home from the World Games, instead she’ll take with her priceless memories and new friendships.

Victory At World Games Means More Than Medals For Coach Of UAE Women’s Unified Football Teams

Houriya Taheri knows how the power of sport can change people’s lives for the better.

Photos & Videos

Greg Wells on the importance of determination

Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019 Opening Ceremony - Buy Your Opening Ceremony Tickets Now

The Flame of Hope Travels From Fujairah to Abu Dhabi

Volunteer for the Special Olympics World Games 2019

Young Athletes at IX MENA Games

MENA Pre-Games Walk Unified

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Facts & Figures

7500

ATHLETES

3000

COACHES

20000

VOLUNTEERS

SPORTS

190

COUNTRIES

500000

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