The 5th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games kicked off Saturday with two early medal events, Traditional Wrestling and Ju jitsu, followed by the much-anticipated Opening Ceremony on Sunday.

Having made its appearance at an international, multi-discipline sports event for the very first time in the 2007 Indoor Asiad, electronic sports - or e-Sports, as it has become known — is being held at the 5th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games programme as a demonstration sport

The state-of-the-art Ashgabat Olympic Complex has been designed and built to provide not only the finest sporting venues, but also to provide an unrivalled experience for athletes and spectators alike, along with the first-class broadcast and media facilities for the 5th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games, which run from September 17–27.

Turkmenistan’s passion for sports and healthy living was showcased in stunning fashion when thousands of people took part in a mass participation event to mark 50 days to go until the 5th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games take place from 17–27 September.

With less than 60 days to go before the historic Ashgabat 2017 Games commence in the capital city, Turkmen sportsmen have already warmed up nicely in various regional and international championships.

With state-of-the-art facilities, test event series success, and well-trained volunteers  - plus the robust support of its people - Turkmenistan is ready for the 5th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games and keen to write an exciting new chapter in the history of Asian sport.

Peaceful and fast-developing Turkmenistan welcomes the world to celebrate sports under the themes “Health, Inspiration and Friendship” at the 5th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games.

Young and dynamically developing Turkmenistan will be the first state in Central Asia to host the Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games.