Sarbi - Daegu 2011

The Official Mascot - Sarbi is cute, friendly and brings good luck to the
IAAF World Championships Daegu 2011!

The design of mascot Sarbi is actually derived from the Sapsal-gae, an indigenous canine breed that originated from the region around Daegu. Sapsal-gae are very much loved by the Korean people, as they believe that Sapsal-gae would bring them good luck and fortune, just as they would bless good fortune to the Championships.

The mascot’s colours are developed from the ‘Colorful Daegu’ brand and they complement the city’s commitment to a colourful and vibrant Championships.