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England midfielder Jack Grealish is celebrating a successful recovery from injury while expanding his work with Special Olympics Great Britain for three more years. The Everton player, inspired by his sister who has cerebral palsy, recently welcomed 10 marathon-running athletes to celebrate their incredible achievement.
Diagnosed with autism at age two, Ranveer Singh Saini faced doubt from everyone around him. Today, he's India's first Special Olympics golf gold medalist with eight national records and a country cheering his name.
All 22 Jersey Mike's locations in Oklahoma are donating every dollar from Wednesday's sales to help 56 local athletes compete at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games. The fundraiser aims to send more than 3,000 qualifying athletes nationwide to Minnesota this June.
Nearly 5 million children and adults with intellectual disabilities compete in over 30 sports through Special Olympics programs active in 177 countries. What started as a backyard summer camp in 1962 has grown into the world's largest sports organization for people with disabilities, breaking records and building communities along the way.
A County Durham athlete with a learning disability is set to make history at the London Marathon. Erica Dixon aims to become both the fastest and youngest female runner in her category to complete the iconic 26.2-mile race.
Ranveer Singh Saini just became India's first Special Olympics golfer to win gold. His journey proves that what others see as limitations can become your greatest strength.
Communities across Ontario honored everyday heroes who quietly make life better for their neighbors. From a Special Olympics champion to a retiring Zamboni driver, these uplifting surprises prove kindness is alive and well. #
A Georgia grocery store cashier with an intellectual disability raised over $31,000 for Special Olympics in less than a week. Customers regularly wait 40 minutes just to check out in his lane.
The Boston 5K sold out in just 21 minutes last year, so organizers are giving everyone a fair shot with a new lottery system. Registration for the April 18 race closes Thursday at 5 p.m.
Dozens of Eversource employees volunteered their time to help prepare for the upcoming Special Olympics Winter Games. Their behind-the-scenes work ensures athletes can focus on competing and celebrating their achievements.