The Hangzhou Asian Games | "Tide Runner" Says "Tide" - Interpretation of the Hangzhou Asian Games Emblem II
Hangzhou, September 7th (Xinhua) - The unusual shape, strong momentum, and fierce momentum of the Qiantang River have left a deep impression on people. The emblem of the 19th Hangzhou Asian Games, "Tide", features the Qiantang River and Qianjiang Tide as its core image, just like countless waves condensed into a tide.
On September 25, 2021, Li Shuqi and other participants in the women's 500m synchronized kayak final at the 14th National Games held an award ceremony. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Hou Zhaokang
Let's work together and strive for excellence. Li Shuqi, the leader of the women's team of the China National Dragon Boat Team, is a Wenzhou girl born and raised here. She is going to compete in the Asian Games dragon boat race with more than ten other girls at the "gate of home".
Transitioning from kayaking to dragon boat is also known as being a trendsetter, but dragon boat emphasizes teamwork among multiple people. "Everyone needs to 'twist into a rope, unite a heart'," Li Shuqi said. "We dare not slack off at all and have been training hard, hoping to create good results for our country.".
Cui Haihua, a rowing coach at Zhejiang Haiyan Youth Sports School who grew up by the Qiantang River, has a special affection for "tides".
"The 'Tide' emblem symbolizes the gathering of athletes from various Asian countries, constantly challenging themselves, surpassing their limits, and demonstrating the spirit of bravery, perseverance, and hard work in competitions." Cui Haihua said, "We will use practical actions to interpret the spirit of 'being a trendsetter' and work hard to achieve our sports dreams."
Some sports icons for the Hangzhou Asian Games. Image from the official website of the Hangzhou Asian Games
On August 6, 2018, the emblem of the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou was officially released. On September 22, 2020, 59 corresponding sports icons were unveiled, combining the "form" and "momentum" of sports. With vivid and accurate sports shapes, they condensed and expressed the most exciting moments of professional movements in various sports events of the Asian Games, full of dynamism and power.
Xia Yiran, a volunteer at the swimming pool of Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center, always couldn't help but take pictures of these icons inside the venue in her spare time.
"'Tide 'is a manifestation of vitality, a proactive attitude towards everything, symbolizing countless vibrant sports lives. It will open a new' instance 'of life by the Qiantang River, encountering infinite possibilities." Xia Yiran said.
As a volunteer, Wu Qianying saw a different sportsmanship from athletes.
On September 23, 2021, the tide of the Qiantang River surged against the dam, forming huge waves. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Jiang Han
"The tide meets the rocks, bursting with flying flowers, just like Chinese athletes with dreams. With the persistence of the river tide, they move forward all the way; with the power of the river tide, when they encounter opponents stronger than themselves, they must also strive to break through a vast expanse of space." Wu Qianying said.
The wave chasing "trendsetters" will also receive the gift of "tide" during the Asian Games.
It is reported that during the Hangzhou Asian Games, it coincides with the best viewing period for the annual Qiantang River Tide. Zhou Feiwu, Secretary General of the Zhejiang Tide Research Association, said that after more than a month of scientific research, it was found that due to changes in the riverbed of the river, the morphology of the lower reaches of the Qiantang River tide has become more diverse this year, and the frequency and range of cross tides are increasing. At that time, both inside and outside the venue of the Hangzhou Asian Games are expected to witness a surge of excitement.
