#national athletes
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With the participation of 2000 athletes and 500 coaches, Egypt's 2017 Special Olympics National Games kicked off on Sunday under the auspices of Ministry of Social Solidarity. The event is a chance for athletes with disabilities to compete at 16 sports: football, basketball, handball, volleyball, table tennis, bowling, swimming, tennis, weightlifting, skating, equestrian, athletics, badminton, bocce - a French game of boules, gymnastics, and cycling. The National Games is the most prestigious event celebrated by the Special Olympics Egypt and it serves…