Over 350 competitors are taking part in this year's National Special Olympics at the Thomond College of Physical Education in Limerick.

Organiser Aidan Ryan says the Special Olympics give participants the chance to show their talents and express themselves. There was much support from the people of Limerick over the weekend. Jenny Duncan from Northern Ireland describes winning her race.

An RTÉ News report broadcast on 27 April 1981. The reporter is Michael Walsh.