UAE Shines at Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 with 16-Medal Victory
The Special Olympics UAE team has made the nation proud by securing an impressive 16 medals at the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025. The remarkable achievement underlines the UAE’s ongoing commitment to inclusion, empowerment, and athletic excellence for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Held in Turin, Italy, the prestigious global competition brought together athletes from countries around the world to compete in challenging winter sports. The UAE delegation, showcasing incredible determination and skill, earned a total of 4 gold, 5 silver and 7 bronze across various disciplines, making it one of the most successful performances by the UAE in the history of the Special Olympics Winter Games.
Led by a collaborative effort between the Special Olympics UAE organization, families, volunteers, and community supporters, the team has received widespread praise for their hard work and sportsmanship. Notably, the athletes competed in sports such as figure skating, floorball, and skiing, reflecting their versatility and commitment despite limited access to winter training environments in the region.
The General Secretary of Special Olympics UAE, Talal Al Hashemi, expressed immense pride in the team’s performance, saying it is testament to the strength and resilience of the athletes. He also emphasized the role of sport in breaking down barriers and fostering greater participation and opportunity for people of determination.
This extraordinary success is a continuation of the UAE’s ongoing mission to empower people with determination through sport. It also aligns with the broader national goals of inclusion and social development, echoing the UAE leadership’s vision of building a society where everyone is given equal opportunity to excel.
As the athletes return home, they not only bring back medals but also bring hope, inspiration, and a renewed perspective on the capabilities of people of determination. Their victories serve as a powerful reminder that with the right support and encouragement, greatness is always possible.
Congratulations to Team UAE, and here’s to even greater achievements in the future!
— sportsandgulf.ae Editorial Team
