1999 Special Olympics World Summer Games

Multi-sport event in North Carolina, US
1999 Special Olympics World Summer Games
Host cityRaleigh, North Carolina
Nations150
Athletes7,000+
Events19 sports
OpeningJune 26, 1999
ClosingJuly 4, 1999
Opened byBilly Crystal and
Stevie Wonder
Main venueCarter–Finley Stadium
(opening ceremony)
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← 1997 Canada

The 1999 Special Olympics World Summer Games were held in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill in North Carolina, United States between June 26 and July 4, 1999. The events in 19 sports were predominantly held on the campuses of North Carolina State University, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and North Carolina Central University.

The gymnastics venue opening ceremonies was held in the Raleigh Convention Center.

The 1999 Special Olympics World Summer Games received more than half of its funding from private corporations. Olympic historian Bob Barney stated "companies that donate millions might want say in how an event is run", but also felt it positive since "it brings the games to a much larger viewing audience".[1]

Events

References

  1. ^ Lindenfeld, Sarah (June 23, 1999). "Corporate gifts boost budget". The News & Observer. Raleigh, North Carolina. p. H18.

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‡Cancelled due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine
Preceded by Special Olympics World Summer Games Succeeded by