The Symbol of V Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games The symbols of the forthcoming V Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games in Ashgabat include number of images with deep meaning. Ahalteke horse is a national heritage of Turkmen people that made great contribution into development of the world’s civilization. All around the world, ahalteke horses are famous by the speed, endurance and striking beauty. Image of the ahalteke horse on the symbol of V Asian games is an embodiment of health. The crescent, which like a new moon embodies new beginnings and clear targets and what is most important, the inspiration, is portrayed as a symbol of the State Flag of Turkmenistan. The image of star that is a sport symbol of all Asian countries is pictures as an element of the Asian Olympic Council and means the friendship. Thus, all these images and their colours make the symbol of V Asian Games and reflect the slogan of the Games – “Health. Inspiration. Friendship”. Located in the circle, all these elements mean the unity, solidarity and constructive cooperation. The symbol also bears the name and place of V Asian Indoor and martial Arts Games in English. The TALISMAN of V Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games Old history and rich cultural heritage of Turkmen people were reflected in the talisman of V Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games in Ashgabat. The main content of the talisman is composed of caravans on the Great Silk Road, yurts, alabays, Turkmen bakhshys, gyoresh wrestling, cultural monuments symbolizing the development of ancient civilizations, speed ahalteke horse, cotton, wheat, melons growing in fertile Turkmen land… all of these organically merge into beautiful image of modern life. One part of the talisman that is dedicated to the present day has modern buildings with the elements of national design, which are built in the capital and Avaza at the Turkmen Coast of the Caspian Sea. The talisman is represented by flying bird symbolizing the endeavour of the country to high achievements. The Talisman of Asian Games 2017 is an original embodiment of the soul of hospitable Turkmen people. The talisman of V Asian Indoor and Martial Arts games was approved at the session of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan on January 6, 2017. The IMAGE of V Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games Turkmen alabay is selected as an image of 2017 Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games. In life of turkmens, alabay was always protecting the family hearths and prosperity; it was always a friend to human and devoted to the owner; it watchfully defended the flock, house and property. Taking all these features, the dog, image of V Asian Games, was named Vepaly (Staunch). Vepaly is a sincere, fair and determined dog and always overpower the contester. Its brave, strong will, fearless character is to become inspiring example for trimph victories of Turkmen sportsmen who are able to be stout in the fights, hearty at the celebrations and selfless in any deeds. National dress of Vepaly highlights his originality. Design Sample of V Asian Indoor and martial Arts Games The sample of design harmonically combines the symbol, talisman and image of 2017 Asian Games. Vepaly wearing ceremonial dress, white fur hat, national shirt and silk robe stands at the entrance holding the State Flag of Turkmenistan and the Flag of the Asian Olympic Counsil and welcomes the guests embodying the friendship, hospitality and openness. The picture bears “Welcome to the V Asian Games!” signage in Turkmen and English languages. The white colour of entry arch represent whit Ashgabat, our cherished dreams and the way to the victories. This sample of design will promote the perception of the high spirit of 2017 Asian Games and will fill with emotions numerous athletes and guests. Uniting the symbol, talisman and image of 2017 Asian Games in single composition, the picture represent colourful invitation of the friends from all over the world to our capital for large sports competitions. Embodiment of the image in 21 sports of V Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games CHESS By some information, international chess competitions used to be held in IX – X centuries and one of the first outstanding chess players of those ages was turkmen Abu Bekr Ibn Yahya Muhammed As-Suli. Starting from the XIX centuries, international chess competitions were held regularly. Vepaly is sitting at the chess board. His s,iling image means that Vepaly confidently leads the players of this ancient game to the victory. Vepaly hold the king of whites in his right leg. It’s your move, Vepaly! FUTSAL The futsal is a game of vigorous sportsmen who strive to achieve victory. The famous world’s football stars improved their skills playing futsal from young ages. Dressed in green uniform and futsal boots, Vepaly targets for the goal and undoubtedly he will be lucky as he has all the features for this game – the combination of speed, skills and deliberation of the moves. TENNIS Vepaly is an agile tennis player. He confidently moves to hit the ball. His skills and swiftness will lead Vepaly to the victory. The symbol of Asian games and the star of the Asian Olympic Council on his uniform as well as his tahya (national headdress) ornamented with akgayma pattern symbolize national proud of Turkmen athletes. THAI BOXING Vepaly is a master Thai boxing. He is ready to attack the counterpart. His blue sport dress with the symbol of V Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games on left chest and red star of the Asian Olympic Council on green boxing glove on left hand represent his high level of skills in martial arts. Self-confidence and efficient fighting actions will provide the victory to Vepaly in this sport as well. SAMBO When Vepaly dressed in blue uniform, helmet and wearing a belt enters the ring, it becomes obvious that he will confidently win his competitor. His strength, swiftness, deftness and skills to make right fighting action in right moment will help him in this. Sambo is one of the popular sports in the world that united different actions and techniques from various martial arts like judo, jujitsu, gyoresh and others from Europe and Asia. Vepaly calls Turkmen sambo wrestlers to successful performances at international competitions personally demonstrating hard work at the trainings. KURASH Being one of the oldest martial art, the kurash wrestling has a history of more than 3500 years. This is some sort of examination of strong men’s skills at different celebrations and ceremonies. Tightly girded, Vepaly strives to win the competitor in kurash using his stout and confidence. The symbol of V Asian games on his green uniform gives him more power. The slogan of kurash “To win fairly” is reflected in the image of Vepaly. JUJITSU Veaply demonstrates high skills of self-defence parrying a blow of the competitor using specific actions of this sport discipline. He wears white sport uniform edged with green stripes of jujitsu master. There are the symbol of V Asian Indoor and martial Arts Games on his left arm and the symbol of the Asian Olympic Council on the belt. Resolute actions and confident attacks of Vepaly give firm confidence that he will be a winner in this sport. BOWLING Competing in bowling and holding special ball in his right leg, Vepaly is full of confidence in his win. Wearing special sport suit, Vepaly tries to gain more scores neatly striking the skittles. CYCLE RACING Following the rules of cycle racing, Vepaly demonstrates swiftness, power and stamina. The talisman of V Asian Games with the shades of the rainbow on his uniform as well as the helmet symbolizing the speed embody the inspiration and commitment. It reflects the abilities of Vepaly owing to which he will win the race. SWIMMING The swimming is a captivating and spectacular sports competition. To be the first at the finish line overcoming water barrier is a special feature of Vepaly character who is endurable and aims for achievements of high results. BASKETBALL Basketball is a favourite game of Vepaly. He seems to hover in his jump throwing the ball to the basket. His flexibility and accuracy make confidence in the victory of this beautiful athletic game that requires power, speed and dexterity. POWERLIFTING The powerlifting is a sport for really strong men. Since this sport competition was born in Ancient Greece, the number of fans of this sport is always growing. Wearing the uniform and tightly girded his strong torso, Vepaly, in which hands heavy weight will be lifted like a feather, came inspired to this competitions. TRACK and Field athletics Track and field athletics is one of the favourite sports of Vepaly. Strong trained muscles help Vepaly in long distance runs, high and long jumps and throwing. It is a pleasure for him to participate in such competitions. Light smile touching his lips and naughtiness in his eys speak of the readiness and ability to overcome any distances. Taekwondo Vepaly is a taekwondo fighter. Having concentrated his power, speed, balance, flexibility and endurance, he attacks his competitor making strong kick. Vepaly wears special uniform that increase his confidence in the victory. Concentrated look of his good-natured black eyes expresses his focus and commitment. SPORT dance The sport dance is an original harmony of the art and sport in amazing dynamics of movements. Vepaly with tahya on his head and the suit with the talisman of the games perform his dance shining with joy and sincerity. His image reflects such features inherent to this sport as deftness, flexibility and plasticity. Kickboxing The kickboxing is a type of martial art. Vepaly in special dress, helmet and gloves is ready to apply the techniques of hand-to-hand fight both as in boxing and also as leg kicks as in karate. The talisman of his gloves and the symbol of Asian Games on his outfit inspire him for victory. Belt wrestling There is no equal competitor to Vepaly in belt wrestling. Having grabbed the rival on his belt, he starts resolute fight with inspiration. Vepaly, being an experienced wrestler, mastered well virtuosic and swift actions. At present day, Turkmen sportsmen are on the leading positions in this type of martial arts, which is indicated by their achievements in world’s tournaments and Planet Cups’ competitions. Vepaly will increase their successes at international events. Sport wrestling Vepaly has to use all his power to take the competitor off the balance and lay him on the shoulders in sport wrestling. Vepaly, having grabbed the rival on his belt, is ready to make a throw. Favouring exclamations of the fans give moral support to Vepaly firmly standing on hos feet. Billiard Accurate eye, coolness, concentration of attention and forethought of the movements are very important in billiard games. Vepaly aimes calculating the trajectories of the balls for clear hitting the hole. Show jumping Vepaly dressed in special jockey outfit is getting ready for the competitions in show jumping. He is trying to win having skilfully overcome different difficult obstacles on his horse. The horse is a symbol of commitment and memorable victories. Turkmen national gyoresh wrestling Turkmen national gyoresh wrestling was an adorning of all celebration of our people throughout the centuries. Today, gyoresh entered international level. There are no competitors to Vepaly in this wrestling as there is no one who knows the holds of this martial art better than him. Having grabbed the rival on his belt, he is ready to make a throw. Vepaly, as an experienced Turkmen wrestler, has already thought over his next action that will definitely bring the victory to him.