For more than three decades, the Portuguese athlete has inspired the world through his performances on the track and field. But in 2024, Lenine achieved something even bigger than medals […]
When Virtus launched – then known as the INAS-FMH – it was recognised that elite athletes with an intellectual disability lacked a pathway into high-level international competition. As part of the International Coordinating Committee (the collaboration that […]
As we move into 2026, Virtus Sport is proud to launch its third edition of the anti-doping campaign Virtus Anti-Doping Awareness – 2026. Building on the foundations of our previous educational […]
Virtus would like to inform all members and stakeholders that the second edition of the Virtus Asia-Oceania Games, originally scheduled to take place in Bangkok, Thailand, from November 20 to […]
At just 17 years old, Fernando Ehlers is already making waves on the international stage, not only for his performances in the pool but for the powerful story behind them. […]
As Autism Awareness Month continues to be observed around the world, we are celebrating another iconic athlete whose journey highlights resilience, determination, and the true impact of inclusion in sport. […]
Today, the 22nd of April, is celebrated as ‘Earth Day’ around the world. And we want to celebrate Virtus Global Games 2023 (GG2023), which marked a significant milestone in the […]
Virtus, the International Sport Federation for Athletes with an Intellectual Impairment, in collaboration with Virtus Americas, Virtus member in Mexico, Federación Mexicana de Deportistas Especiales (FEMEDE), the Instituto del Deporte […]
Today, April 17th 2026, is celebrated as Play True Day, a global WADA campaign dedicated to clean sport. For Virtus, this date is more than just symbolic; it reflects our […]
A new research initiative led by Canterbury Christ Church University is seeking to better understand the experiences of athletes with autism in high-level sport, and you could play a vital […]
Virtus is the brand name of the International Sports Federation for athletes with intellectual impairment and is a founding member of the International Paralympic Committee. Registered as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation in the UK (1173901)
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