Nino Schurter is an ambassador for the Special Olympics World Winter Games, which will be held in Switzerland in 2029. The successful professional athlete, who is one of the best mountain bikers in the world with nine world championship titles as well as Olympic gold, silver and bronze, wants to use his energy for a good cause. The commitment to the World Winter Games suits Nino Schurter perfectly, as he is impressed by the enthusiasm and competitive spirit of the athletes. He is therefore very happy to support the vision of using the power of sport to create an inclusive world in which people with intellectual disabilities can lead an active, healthy and fulfilling life:
“In my role as an ambassador for the World Games, I can make a contribution to improving the participation of people with intellectual disabilities in society. I will work to ensure that the sports community also welcomes people with disabilities into its midst. I am also delighted that part of this major event will take place on my doorstep in Chur.”
The World Games for people with intellectual disabilities are the largest winter sports event after the Olympic Games and bring over 2500 athletes from 110 nations to our country.
You can find the teaser for the Special Talk with Nino Schurter and Nino Pfister here (Teaser)