As athletes from over 100 countries and regions packed their medals and memories this week, the Chengdu World Games concluded with a powerful legacy symbolized by a single letter: 'W'.
Organizers revealed the trilingual 'W' emblem – representing Win, We, and World – became an unexpected cultural touchstone during the 11-day event. 'It stopped being just a logo after the opening ceremony,' said Malaysian sprinter Aiman Firdaus. 'We started signing each other's uniforms with it – like a universal language of sportsmanship.'
The games' closing report highlighted record-breaking attendance figures, with 80% of events sold out. Economic analysts note Chengdu's hospitality sector saw a 35% revenue boost during the competition period.
While final medal counts trended on social media, many participants emphasized the human connections. 'My favorite moment wasn't on the podium,' said Japanese gymnast Riko Nakamura. 'It was teaching that 'W' hand gesture to local schoolchildren during a community visit.'
Archival footage titled We Are the World, documenting these cross-cultural exchanges, has been released through official channels for global audiences.
