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Sofia Hosts Historic Down Syndrome World Games
5 Jun
Summary
- Over 400 athletes from 27 nations will compete in Sofia.
- The event features five sports: athletics, tennis, table tennis, and gymnastics.
- Bulgaria's team comprises 20 athletes across various disciplines.
The BAUHAUS Down Syndrome World Championships Bulgaria 2026 will bring together more than 400 athletes representing 27 nations in Sofia. This significant event, scheduled from June 13 to 19, marks a historic first for both Bulgaria and Eastern Europe in hosting the Down Syndrome World Championships.
The championships will showcase competition across five distinct sports: athletics, tennis, table tennis, artistic gymnastics, and rhythmic gymnastics. Bulgaria is set to field a dedicated team of 20 athletes, with participants competing in each of the disciplines.
The event's official opening ceremony is slated for June 14 at the National Palace of Culture. Following the ceremony, competition days will run from June 15 to 17. President Iliana Iotova will serve as the patron for the championships, with Olympic and world champions Karlos Nasar and Grigor Dimitrov as ambassadors.
