2003 Special Olympics declared open

The Special Olympics was declared open last night as 80,000 people gathered in Croke Park to witness the spectacular opening ceremony.

2003 Special Olympics declared open
Sun, 22 Jun, 2003 - 10:01

The Special Olympics was declared open last night as 80,000 people gathered in Croke Park to witness the spectacular opening ceremony.

Among them were the 7,000 athletes and their 3,000 coaches.

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