Designed by Saleem Sakhi, renowned Omani artist, the Muscat 2010 logo represents the relationship between the Omani people and the sea. The sail reflects the connection of Oman to the rest of Asia by hosting the shining sun in Muscat and projects a healthy future for Asian sport aided by a ship carrying it to international sporting destinations. The strong high waves provide the logo with solidity, vitality, sustainability and challenges and represent the athletes competing in the Games. The waves touch the attractive Omani beaches and give a local natural dimension to the logo.