SAVE THE DATE: AWL Trip to 2026 Virtus World Half Marathon & 10k (Portugal)
April 10, 2026 - April 13, 2026
Event Dates: April 10-13, 2026
Host City: Ponta Delgada, Azores – Portugal
About:
Virtus events are the World Championships for high-performance elite Athletes with Intellectual Disability, Down Syndrome and Autism. More details will be posted as they are released by Virtus and the host country. Athletes Without Limits will organize a National Team trip for US athletes who qualify for the event based on athlete interest and trip viability.
Virtus Eligibility Groups:
This event is open to athletes competing in three Virtus groups:
- Virtus II1: Intellectual Disability (IQ 75 or lower)
- Virtus II2: Down Syndrome (or similar additional impairment)
- Virtus II3: Autism (does not also meet criteria for Intellectual Disability)
Full International Virtus eligibility is required which can take 2-3 months to confirm with Virtus.
See our Eligibility Application Page for more information.
