Mina Al Mazrouei raises Special Olympics flag at Turin 2025

Sharjah 24: The Turin Special Olympics World Winter Games officially kicked off in Italy, with Emirati athlete Mina Al Mazrouei raising the Special Olympics flag during the opening ceremony.

A Symbol of progress for the UAE Special Olympics

Mina Al Mazrouei’s participation in raising the flag highlights the significant progress made by UAE Special Olympics in integrating people of determination into society through sports. This event emphasizes the country's commitment to supporting and empowering athletes with disabilities.

A global participation

The competition at the Turin 2025 Games features over 1,500 athletes and unified partners from 102 countries, showcasing the global spirit of inclusion.

UAE’s pride and commitment to empowering People of Determination

His Excellency Talal Al Hashemi, National Director of Special Olympics UAE and Head of the UAE Mission to Turin 2025, expressed pride in Al Mazrouei’s participation, stating it represents a moment of national pride. He reaffirmed the UAE’s dedication to ensuring people of determination are integral to the country's achievements. The UAE delegation includes 30 members, 11 of whom are athletes with disabilities.