WWE today 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 will support the event on various platforms including WWE Network, television broadcasts, and its social media channels.
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.
"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 in a statement. "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. "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."
WWE’s relationship with Special Olympics extends beyond the 2019 Special Olympics World Games. Before launching an international partnership in 2016, WWE was the Founding Partner of the 2014 USA Games and Promotional Partner of the 2015 World Games in Los Angeles. Most recently, WWE was a Promotional Partner of the 2018 USA Games, which were held in Seattle, Washington.