The 2005 Summer Universiade, also known as the XXIII Summer Universiade, took place in İzmir, Turkey, in August.
Emblem The emblem is the letter "U", inspired by the bird's-eye view of the Gulf of İzmir. This shape has perfectly fit the letter "U" of Universiade, symbolizing its multi-cultural feature, while the smooth outline emphasizes the harmony and uniformity of the Universiade spirit.
Mascot Name: EFE
Efes are the leaders and heroes of societies that lived in Western Anatolia during the early 1900s. The village dandy Efe, guards and defends all the members of his society and also deals with much of their social work and events as if he is the father of all. For this reason, all the members of the society behave respectfully towards him with strong, emotional, family ties. The Efes were legends in these areas with their smart, fearless, alert dashing behaviors as brave and manly young fellows. They became the symbols of bravery, power and justice throughout the Aegean history.
Nowadays, the word "Efe" is the explanation of a man who is the symbol of justice. Therefore, we call successful athletes "Efe" stating their various qualifications in one brief word.
Venues İzmir Streets — Athletics (Walking, Half-marathon) İzmir Atatürk Spor Salonu — Basketball, Volleyball Karşıyaka Arena — Basketball, Volleyball Halkapınar Spor Salonu — Gymnastics, Diving Şirinyer Hipodromu — Archery, Tennis Altay Alsancak Stadi — Football Sports Authority of İzmir — Shooting, Volleyball İzmir Atatürk Stadium — Athletics, Football Manisa Özel Yıdare Swimming Complex — Swimming İzmir University Sport Complex — Wrestling, Taekwondo, Fencing, Water Polo İzmir Port — Sailing
Sports Core Events
Optional Events
Participants
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Medal table
External links Official website