Nino Schurter is an ambassador for the Special Olympics World Winter Games Switzerland 2029

Nino Schurter, the most successful Swiss mountain biker, is an ambassador for the Special Olympics World Winter Games Switzerland 2029. The 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, also wants to use his energy for a good cause. The commitment to the World Winter Games is a perfect fit for Nino Schurter because 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 live active, healthy and fulfilling lives: “In my role as ambassador for the World Games, I can contribute 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. Furthermore, I am very pleased that part of this major event is to take place on my doorstep in Chur.”