2023 FISU World University Games Start in 1000 Days in Yekaterinburg

09:17, November 13, 2020

Special countdown ceremony took place, where the three mascots were introduced

November 11 makes it 1000 days before the start in Yekaterinburg of the 2023 FISU Summer World University Games. A countdown clock in the style of the games was opened in the historic square of the city.

“Ural Federal University plays one of the leading roles in the preparation and holding of the World Summer Student Games. Our students will act as volunteers at the games, teachers and staff will ensure that the Universiade is held at the highest level, and the athletes will defend the honor of Russia at world competitions, ”said Ural Federal University Rector Victor Koksharov.

The three official mascots of the games were presented today: Malachite Girl Hiti, Deer Athlete Yaggi and Cheerful Sable Kedri. All heroes are associated with the Urals and its nature.