The Special Olympics of Virginia held their winter championships for the speed skating division on Saturday at the Ashburn Ice House. Noah Kuria, 17, of Richmond, celebrates his first place victory in the Division 08-B, 111 meter race.

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Skaters at the start of the 55 meter half lap race.

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While another competitor is steadied at the starting line, Ashley Hatton, 26, prepares herself for the 25 meter speed race.

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Three of the four contestants in the big race, the 777 (the seven laps speed race) get pumped before hitting the ice. From left, Chad Conner, 24, Brad Hatfield, 35 and Jose Maisonave, 23.

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Hyelan Park congratulates her son Paul Park, 18 (both from Centreville) after Paul won his race.

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Three contestants in the big speed race of the day, the 777: Chad Conner, 24, Jose Maisonave, 23, and Paul Park, 18.

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