Dundalk Special Olympics bowler Christopher Duffy set to represent Ireland

Dundalk Special Olympics Club said it is proudly wishing club member Christopher Duffy the very best of luck as he heads to Malmö, Sweden, where he will represent Ireland in bowling at the Special Olympics Sweden Invitational Games 2026.

Christopher will have the opportunity to compete on the international stage alongside Special Olympics athletes from across Europe and beyond, proudly representing Ireland, Dundalk and his local Special Olympics club.

Christopher has been working hard in preparation for the competition, with valuable local support from GR8 in Dundalk, who have helped him with his preparation and training ahead of the event.

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Dundalk Special Olympics Club Chairperson Damian Mackin thanked GR8 for getting behind Christopher saying: “On behalf of Dundalk Special Olympics Club, I would like to sincerely thank GR8 for the support they have given Christopher with his preparation and training ahead of Sweden.

“Having that support locally has been a great help as Christopher prepares to represent Ireland on the international stage.”

Christopher will also have some very special support in Malmö, with his family travelling to Sweden to cheer him on throughout the competition.

Everyone at Dundalk Special Olympics Club is extremely proud to see Christopher earn the opportunity to represent Ireland and wishes him every success when he takes to the bowling lanes in Malmö.

Best of luck, Christopher — your family, your club and the Dundalk community will all be behind you as you proudly represent Ireland in Sweden!