The final logo is the Kalinga tattoo symbol for the sun. The Kalinga are an indigenous group located in the Northern region of Luzon, Philippines. Warriors and women would adorn these traditional tattoos. They were considered a rite of passage, a talisman, and a mark of bravery.

The sun is a universal symbol that represents energy and peace. It is an image that unites athletes from all around the world. It instills the Olympic spirit of friendship, solidarity and fair play.

The yellow, red, and blue that is incorporated in the logo are the colours of the national flag in the Philippines.