The UAE delegation has achieved the top results in the MENA region in Turin, securing an impressive tally of 16 medals.
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 17 March 2025:The Special Olympics UAE delegation has secured16 medals – 4 gold, 5 silver and 7 bronze at the Special Olympics World Winter which took place in Turin, Italy from 8 to 15 March 2025. This historic victory presents the best results for a delegation from the MENA region at the Games and reinforces the UAE’s commitment to inclusion, building on the legacy of the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019.
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Abdulla Al Nuaimi earned a gold medal, while Meena Al Mazrouei secured a bronze, marking a strong beginning for the UAE delegation at the inclusive global sports event.
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – March 12, 2025 – The Special Olympics UAE delegation kicked off its participation in the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 with impressive wins, as Emirati athletes showcased their exceptional snowboarding skills. Abdulla Al Nuaimi earned a gold medal, while Meena Al Mazrouei secured a bronze, marking a strong beginning for the UAE delegation at the Games.
This achievement highlights the athletes’ commitment and the intensive training they’ve undergone in preparation for the Games. With 11 players representing the UAE in the competition, the medals reflect the dedication and hard work put into their development over recent months.
His Excellency Talal Al Hashemi, National Director of the UAE Special Olympics, said: “We are incredibly proud of Abdulla Al Nuaimi and Meena Al Mazrouei’s outstanding performances at this year’s Special Olympics World Winter Games. These medals are a testament to their perseverance and the consistent support of our wise leadership for people of determination. Their success represents the spirit and values of the UAE, and we are confident they will continue to achieve great things as the Games progress.”
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تأكيدًا لمكانة الإمارات في تمكين أصحاب الهمم رياضيًا؛
لاعبة الأولمبياد الخاص الإماراتي مينة المزروعي ترفع علم الأولمبياد الخاص في افتتاح ألعاب تورين 2025
أبوظبي، الإمارات العربية المتحدة، 9 مارس 2025: شاركت مينه المزروعي، لاعبة الأولمبياد الخاص الإماراتي، في رفع علم الأولمبياد الخاص في افتتاح الألعاب العالمية الشتوية للأولمبياد الخاص – تورين 2025، التي انطلقت مساء أمس في إيطاليا. تأتي هذه المشاركة كتأكيد على التطور الكبير الذي حققه الأولمبياد الخاص الإماراتي في دمج أصحاب الهمم في المجتمع من خلال الرياضة، كما أن اختيار لاعبة من برنامج الأولمبياد الخاص الإماراتي، من بين 1500 لاعب وشريك موحد من 102 دولة يشاركون في الألعاب، هو اعتراف دولي بقوة وتأثير الدعم المستمر الذي توليه دولة الإمارات لأصحاب الهمم، وحرصها الدائم على توفير الفرص والمشاركة الفعّالة لهم في المحافل العالمية.
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