Garrett Ford, a 20-year-old powerlifter with autism from Pataskala, is one of the best powerlifters in the country. On Sunday, he will compete for gold at the Special Olympic World Games in Abu Dhabi.

<p>Garrett Ford, a 20-year-old powerlifter with autism from Pataskala, is one of the best powerlifters in the country. On Sunday, he will compete for gold at the Special Olympic World Games in Abu Dhabi.</p>

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Powerlifter with autism competes on the world stage

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