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  With more than 400,000 athletes in US Programs, and athletes representing over 140 countries throughout the world, Athletics is Special Olympics' most popular sport. Athletics events combine both running and track and field competitions. Special Olympics Athletics events range from the 100 meter dash to the marathon, from hurdles and high jump to the shot put, long jump and relays. For athletes of lower levels of ability there are walking events and throwing events, and for physically impaired athletes, wheelchair events and motorized events. Athletes also participate in Unified Sports® relays and marathon events. |
