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WWE partners with Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019

WWE announced a partnership with the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019, the biennial global sporting event featuring thousands of athletes with intellectual disabilities, which will be held in the United Arab Emirates from March 14 to March 21, 2019. WWE Superstar Sasha Banks announced the partnership alongside Special Olympics athletes and senior Special Olympics executives during a three-day tour of Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

In support of the partnership, WWE will utilize its global platforms including WWE Network, TV and pay-per-view broadcasts, live events, and digital and social media to generate awareness and support of the World Games. WWE Superstars and executives will participate in various Special Olympics events around the world, including in the Middle East, China, United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, Canada and the United States. Additionally, WWE will develop and produce promotional content, which will air during WWE live events, on WWE Network and WWE TV broadcasts as well as on Special Olympics digital and social media channels.

“A longstanding supporter of Special Olympics, WWE is an important voice in the inclusion movement,” said Khalfan Al Mazrouei, Managing Director of Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019. “Through this partnership, we will promote our shared vision of an inclusive and unified society for all as we look ahead to the World Games in Abu Dhabi in 2019.

“Special Olympics athletes inspire WWE Superstars and people all over the world to be the best that they can be,” said Stephanie McMahon, Chief Brand Officer, WWE. “The passion and commitment Special Olympics athletes show to their sport, and their teammates, showcase the best traits of the human spirit. We are proud to support Special Olympics athletes as they compete on the world stage.”


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Colin Vassallo has been editor of Wrestling-Online since 1996. He is born and raised in Malta, follows professional wrestling and MMA, loves to travel, and is a big Apple fan!

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