Marathon runners put endurance to the test again
2 years, 1 month ago

Marathon runners put endurance to the test again

China Daily  

Participants pose for a photograph before the start of a half-marathon in Beijing on April 24 last year. WEI XIAOHAO/CHINA DAILY Shanghai announcement On Nov 3, three days before the Beijing Marathon, the Shanghai Marathon Organizing Committee announced that this year's race would be held at 7 am on Nov 27. Competitors must be Shanghai permanent residents — those taking part in the Beijing Marathon also had to be permanent residents in the capital. Taking the Beijing Marathon as an example, Zhao said that in addition to the 30,000 competitors in the race, tens of thousands of spectators and volunteers lined the course. Three days after the Beijing Marathon, Wang, the visually impaired runner, posted nine photos on social media of roads along the course lined with ginkgo trees — their golden leaves perfectly matching the dazzling gold of his race medal.

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20,000 runners compete in Quzhou Marathon
4 weeks, 1 day ago

20,000 runners compete in Quzhou Marathon

China Daily  

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated :2024-11-25 The 2024 Quzhou Marathon kicks off in Quzhou, Zhejiang province, on Nov 24. The 2024 Quzhou Marathon kicked off in Quzhou, Zhejiang province, on Nov 24 and 20,000 runners from around the world gathered in Quzhou to run through this charming ancient city. Statistics show that 74 percent of the marathon and half-marathon participants were from outside …

Female runner discovers joy of marathons
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1 month ago

Female runner discovers joy of marathons

China Daily  

Sun Jiaoqiong participates in the 2024 Nanchang Marathon in Jiangxi province on Nov 10. Sun Jiaoqiong, a 54-year-old runner, just completed her fifth marathon of the year in Nanchang, Jiangxi province, finishing in 4 hours and 14 minutes. "I'm definitely hitting that mark this year," said Sun, adding that her training has suffered in 2024 due to a busy work …

Female runner discovers joy of marathons
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1 month ago

Female runner discovers joy of marathons

China Daily  

Sun Jiaoqiong participates in the 2024 Nanchang Marathon in Jiangxi province on Nov 10. Sun Jiaoqiong, a 54-year-old runner, just completed her fifth marathon of the year in Nanchang, Jiangxi province, finishing in 4 hours and 14 minutes. "I'm definitely hitting that mark this year," said Sun, adding that her training has suffered in 2024 due to a busy work …

Female runner discovers joy of marathons
1 month ago

Female runner discovers joy of marathons

China Daily  

By Zhao Ruinan in Nanchang | China Daily | Updated: 2024-11-20 09:27 Sun Jiaoqiong participates in the 2024 Nanchang Marathon in Jiangxi province on Nov 10. Sun Jiaoqiong, a 54-year-old runner, just completed her fifth marathon of the year in Nanchang, Jiangxi province, finishing in 4 hours and 14 minutes. "I'm definitely hitting that mark this year," said Sun, adding …

Female runner discovers joy of marathons
1 month ago

Female runner discovers joy of marathons

China Daily  

By Zhao Ruinan in Nanchang | China Daily | Updated: 2024-11-20 09:27 Sun Jiaoqiong participates in the 2024 Nanchang Marathon in Jiangxi province on Nov 10. Sun Jiaoqiong, a 54-year-old runner, just completed her fifth marathon of the year in Nanchang, Jiangxi province, finishing in 4 hours and 14 minutes. "I'm definitely hitting that mark this year," said Sun, adding …

Half marathon athletes race through Chengmai's millennia of history
1 month ago

Half marathon athletes race through Chengmai's millennia of history

China Daily  

Participants join the 2024 Chengmai Half Marathon held on Sunday morning in Hainan's Laocheng Science and Technology New City. In Hainan province's Laocheng Science and Technology New City, the 2024 Chengmai Half Marathon attracted about 10,000 runners on a voyage through Chengmai county, steeped in a thousand years of history. With the crack of the starting gun, runners surged through …

Half marathon athletes race through Chengmai's millennia of history
1 month ago

Half marathon athletes race through Chengmai's millennia of history

China Daily  

Participants join the 2024 Chengmai Half Marathon held on Sunday morning in Hainan's Laocheng Science and Technology New City. In Hainan province's Laocheng Science and Technology New City, the 2024 Chengmai Half Marathon attracted about 10,000 runners on a voyage through Chengmai county, steeped in a thousand years of history. With the crack of the starting gun, runners surged through …

Record Number of Runners Sign Up for 2024 Beijing Marathon
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Record Number of Runners Sign Up for 2024 Beijing Marathon

China Daily  

The 2024 Beijing Marathon has attracted over 180,000 runners from 43 countries and regions, with the overwhelming demand leading to an unprecedented number of signups. The event organizers have unveiled the design for this year's finisher's medal and participant apparel, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of Beijing. For first-time runners like Cai, who experienced discomfort in his feet but was …

Pioneer Female Runner's Journey: A 43-Year Retrospective on Her Marathon Success
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pioneer Female Runner's Journey: A 43-Year Retrospective on Her Marathon Success

China Daily  

Pioneer female runner Luo Minqin, who participated in the inaugural Tianjin Marathon in 1981, has become a legend in the Chinese running community. Despite facing severe health challenges due to her initial lack of training and nutrition, she became the first woman to finish the marathon in 1986. Her story highlights the power of determination and the evolution of marathon …

Pioneer Female Runner's 43-Year Journey to Marathon Success
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pioneer Female Runner's 43-Year Journey to Marathon Success

China Daily  

Pioneer female runner Luo Minqin, who participated in the inaugural Tianjin Marathon in 1981, has become a legend in the Chinese running community. Despite facing severe health challenges due to her initial lack of training and nutrition, she became the first woman to finish the marathon in 1986. Her story highlights the transformative power of sports and the enduring spirit …

Witnessing China's Marathon Evolution: From Humble Beginnings to International Stage
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2 months ago

Witnessing China's Marathon Evolution: From Humble Beginnings to International Stage

China Daily  

Witnessing the evolution of China's marathon over 4 decades, Luo Minqin, one of the earliest women to participate in marathon races, has a dream of returning to the marathon race again as she approaches the age of 70. The article highlights her initial participation in the inaugural Tianjin Marathon in 1981, where she became the champion of the women's group. …

From Humble Beginnings to Global Phenomenon: The Evolution of China's Marathon in 4 Decades
2 months ago

From Humble Beginnings to Global Phenomenon: The Evolution of China's Marathon in 4 Decades

China Daily  

China's marathon events are experiencing a surge, with over 699 road running events held nationwide in 2023, involving 6 million participants. The sport has evolved significantly since its humble beginnings, becoming a platform for health, fitness, and social interaction. Marathon races have adapted to new situations, offering various options for participants of different abilities and interests.

Witnessing China's Marathon Evolution: From Humble Beginnings to Thriving Legacy
2 months ago

Witnessing China's Marathon Evolution: From Humble Beginnings to Thriving Legacy

China Daily  

Witnessing the evolution of China's marathon over 4 decades, Luo Minqin, one of the earliest women to participate in marathon races, has a dream of returning to the marathon race again as she approaches the age of 70. The inaugural Tianjin Marathon in 1981 saw her become the first woman champion in the women's group, inspiring many to take up …

Witnessing China's Marathon Evolution: From Humble Beginnings to Thriving Legacy
2 months ago

Witnessing China's Marathon Evolution: From Humble Beginnings to Thriving Legacy

China Daily  

Witnessing the evolution of China's marathon over 4 decades, Luo Minqin, one of the earliest women to participate in marathon races, has a dream of returning to the marathon race again as she approaches the age of 70. The article highlights her initial participation in the inaugural Tianjin Marathon in 1981, where she became the champion of the women's group. …

From Humble Beginnings to Global Phenomenon: The Evolution of China's Marathon in 4 Decades
2 months ago

From Humble Beginnings to Global Phenomenon: The Evolution of China's Marathon in 4 Decades

China Daily  

China's marathon scene is experiencing a remarkable evolution, with the number of participants and events steadily increasing. From a few hundred to tens of thousands, the marathons have become a microcosm of the country's growing health consciousness. The sport has also become a platform for performance art, providing a way for people to release stress and socialize. The marathons continue …

Interest in sport tourism hits new highs in China
3 months, 1 week ago

Interest in sport tourism hits new highs in China

China Daily  

Tourists hike and enjoy their visit to the Emei Mountain Scenic Area in Leshan, Sichuan province, in August. According to an industry report released on Aug 16 by Tongcheng Travel and Gudong app, there has been an 87 percent increase in sport tourism-related searches from January to July. According to the latest data from the China Bicycle Industry Association, the …

Record number of Chinese runners to compete in Gold Coast Marathon
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Record number of Chinese runners to compete in Gold Coast Marathon

China Daily  

Paul Donovan, chairman of Events Management Queensland, extends warm welcomes and best wishes to the team via video link on the conference on Tuesday. China's marathon team to participate in the Gold Coast Marathon in Australia was finalized in Beijing on Tuesday and marked a historic moment with 215 Chinese runners, a record, set to take part in the event. …

Shanghai Maqiao International Half Marathon kicks off
8 months ago

Shanghai Maqiao International Half Marathon kicks off

China Daily  

The 2024 Shanghai Maqiao International Half Marathon kicked off on Sunday at Qizhong Tennis Center in Minhang district's Maqiao town. The 2024 Shanghai Maqiao International Half Marathon kicked off on Sunday at Qizhong Tennis Center in Minhang district's Maqiao town, attracting 4,000 domestic and foreign runners to participate. The Shanghai Maqiao International Half Marathon, specially organized for ordinary runners who …

Beijing Half Marathon: Top 4 Medals stripped after probe reveals 3 athletes let Chinese runner win
8 months ago

Beijing Half Marathon: Top 4 Medals stripped after probe reveals 3 athletes let Chinese runner win

Op India  

The top four finishers of the Beijing Half Marathon were stripped of their medals following an investigation which revealed that three African runners slowed down deliberately near the finishing line to let a Chinese competitor win, as per the organisers, reported by CNN. 3 African Athletes let Chinese Runner, He Jie win the 2024 Beijing Half Marathon. pic.twitter.com/NoZAJ553G6 — Africa …

Chinese runner, 3 pacers in marathon disqualified
8 months ago

Chinese runner, 3 pacers in marathon disqualified

China Daily  

Chinese runner He Jie finishes the Beijing Half Marathon 2024 in Beijing, the capital of China, on April 14, 2024. The organizing committee of the Beijing Half Marathon announced on Friday that it has disqualified the results of Chinese runner He Jie, who won gold, and three African runners who were contracted to run as pacers for him to help …

Beijing Half Marathon organisers apologise, disqualify China's He Jie and three other runners after investigation finds others let him win
8 months ago

Beijing Half Marathon organisers apologise, disqualify China's He Jie and three other runners after investigation finds others let him win

ABC  

Organisers have revoked He Jie's first place in the Beijing Half Marathon last weekend after an investigation confirmed that three other runners had slowed down to let him win the race. Beijing Half Marathon 1st: He Jie - Disqualified =2nd: Dejene Hailu Bikila - Disqualified =2nd: Robert Keter - Disqualified =2nd: Willy Mnangat - Disqualified All four runners were disqualified …

Beijing Half Marathon winner disqualified
8 months ago

Beijing Half Marathon winner disqualified

China Daily  

The organizing committee of the Beijing Half Marathon announced on Friday that it has disqualified the results of Chinese runner He Jie who won gold and three African runners who were contracted to run as pacers for He to help him achieve a better result. Introduced by Chinese sportswear company Xtep - a sponsor and partner of the event, China …

Beijing Half Marathon winner disqualified
8 months ago

Beijing Half Marathon winner disqualified

China Daily  

The organizing committee of the Beijing Half Marathon announced on Friday that it has disqualified the results of Chinese runner He Jie who won gold and three African runners who were contracted to run as pacers for He to help him achieve a better result. Introduced by Chinese sportswear company Xtep - a sponsor and partner of the event, China …

Shanghai Half Marathon gets ready to gun off
8 months ago

Shanghai Half Marathon gets ready to gun off

China Daily  

The 2024 Shanghai Half Marathon will gun off on April 21 at the Oriental Pearl TV Tower in Pudong New Area. The 2024 Shanghai Half Marathon will gun off on April 21 at the Oriental Pearl TV Tower in Pudong New Area, with 15,000 runners participating. With a total distance of 21.0975 kilometers, this year's route covers scenic spots, including …

Shanghai Half Marathon gets ready to gun off
8 months ago

Shanghai Half Marathon gets ready to gun off

China Daily  

The 2024 Shanghai Half Marathon will gun off on April 21 at the Oriental Pearl TV Tower in Pudong New Area. The 2024 Shanghai Half Marathon will gun off on April 21 at the Oriental Pearl TV Tower in Pudong New Area, with 15,000 runners participating. With a total distance of 21.0975 kilometers, this year's route covers scenic spots, including …

Beijing half marathon under investigation after runners deliberately allow China's He Jie to win
8 months, 1 week ago

Beijing half marathon under investigation after runners deliberately allow China's He Jie to win

Hindustan Times  

Beijing half marathon organisers said Monday they were investigating after footage shared widely online appeared to show three African runners deliberately allowing China's He Jie to win. The event's organiser -- the Beijing Sports Competition Management and International Exchange Center -- also said an investigation had been launched | Image for representation The three African runners can be seen pointing …

Shanghai is full speed ahead
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Shanghai is full speed ahead

China Daily  

The recent Shanghai Sailing Open on Dishui Lake was the latest high-level international sports competition to benefit from the city's globally renowned hosting capabilities. According to the 2023 Shanghai Sports Event Influence Assessment Report, Shanghai held 118 major sports events last year, with 36 of those international-level events, including the ATP 1000 Shanghai Masters, the Shanghai Marathon, and the Shanghai …

First of its kind roller skating and running marathon to kick off in Shanghai
8 months, 3 weeks ago

First of its kind roller skating and running marathon to kick off in Shanghai

China Daily  

A fusion of roller skating and running, the first of its kind in Asia, will fire its starting pistol in Shanghai's Huangpu district on April 14. The 2024 Huangpu Marathon, which combines the International Roller Skating Marathon Tour, the China Roller Skating Marathon Open, the Shanghai Enterprise Quarterly Marathon and the Huangpu Marathon Online Race, aims to attract nearly 5,000 …

Record-breaking 2024 Wuxi Marathon celebrates 10 years of running excellence
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Record-breaking 2024 Wuxi Marathon celebrates 10 years of running excellence

China Daily  

Runners cross the starting line during the 2024 Wuxi Marathon. With the firing of the starting gun, the 2024 Wuxi Marathon kicked off in Wuxi, Jiangsu province on March 24, drawing about 33,000 runners from 48 countries and regions. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, this year's Wuxi Marathon also served as a trial for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and part …

Shanghai Jing'an Half Marathon to kick off March 17
9 months, 1 week ago

Shanghai Jing'an Half Marathon to kick off March 17

China Daily  

The Daning Functional Area 2024 Shanghai Jing'an Half Marathon will gun off on March 17 at the North gate of Daning Park in Jing'an district. Since being established in 2018, the Shanghai Jing'an Half Marathon has become a signature marathon race across the city. It has been upgraded from the Jing'an Women's Half Marathon to the Jing'an Half Marathon this …

Kunming's marathon-running mayor makes headlines
11 months, 1 week ago

Kunming's marathon-running mayor makes headlines

China Daily  

Kunming mayor Liu Jiachen participates in a marathon on Dec 31, 2023. The participation of Kunming mayor Liu Jiachen in a recent marathon has sparked a surprising trend on social media, captivating the public's attention and shifting perceptions of politicians. Liu's remarkable achievement of completing the marathon in an impressive time has sent ripples through online platforms, with the hashtag …

Fitness sector picks up the pace
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Fitness sector picks up the pace

China Daily  

The surging popularity of outdoor sports and an increasing demand for personalized services were among the main consumer trends in China’s fitness industry in 2023. The Beijing Marathon, considered the country's flagship marathon, attracted over 130,000 applicants hoping to bag one of the 30,000 places on offer in the race ballot. "Hosting marathon races has become a key driving force …

2024 Wuxi marathon to be held on March 24
11 months, 4 weeks ago

2024 Wuxi marathon to be held on March 24

China Daily  

The 2023 COLMO Wuxi Marathon kicks off on March 19 after a hiatus last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The 2024 Wuxi Marathon is set to take place on March 24 in Wuxi, East China's Jiangsu province, local media reported on Dec 22. A beautiful lake view along the route of the 2023 COLMO Wuxi Marathon. A scenic view …

2023 Quzhou Marathon kicks off
1 year ago

2023 Quzhou Marathon kicks off

China Daily  

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated :2023-11-27 The 2023 Quzhou Marathon kicks off on the morning of Nov 26. The 2023 Quzhou Marathon was held on the morning of Nov 26, with nearly 20,000 runners participating. The Quzhou Marathon has become one of the largest and most popular events in Quzhou and plays an important role in helping the city improve its sports credentials. …

2023 Tianjin Marathon kicks off
1 year, 2 months ago

2023 Tianjin Marathon kicks off

China Daily  

On October 15, the 2023 Tianjin Marathon was held in Tianjin as scheduled. The Tianjin Marathon consists of three events: a marathon, half marathon and health run, with a total of nearly 95,000 applicants and a final number of 30,000 participants. The competition route connects many urban landmarks such as Tianjin Five Old Street, Minyuan Stadium, Earthquake Resistance Monument, Century …

2023 Qingdao Marathon opens for registration
1 year, 10 months ago

2023 Qingdao Marathon opens for registration

China Daily  

The Haier 2023 Qingdao Marathon is scheduled to kick off on April 22, according to a news conference held on Feb 13. The Qingdao Marathon is part of the World Athletics Label Road Races and is rated as the "Gold Medal Event" of the Chinese Athletics Association. Runners burst off the starting line at the 2021 Qingdao Marathon in Qingdao, …

Quzhou marathon kicks off
2 years ago

Quzhou marathon kicks off

China Daily  

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated :2022-12-12 The 2022 Quzhou Marathon kicks off at 8:00 am on Dec 11 in Quzhou, East China's Zhejiang province. The 2022 Quzhou Marathon was unveiled at 8:00 am on Dec 11 in Quzhou, East China's Zhejiang province. Zhang Jian won the men's full marathon in 2 hours 46 minutes 14 seconds, while Hu Zhizhen won the women's full …

Shanghai, Xiamen marathon runners eligible for 2023 world championships
2 years ago

Shanghai, Xiamen marathon runners eligible for 2023 world championships

China Daily  

Runners in action during the 2022 Shanghai Marathon on Nov 27, 2022. The Shanghai International Marathon, an annual event held in late autumn since 1996, became the country's first Platinum Label Road Race of World Athletics, formerly known as the International Amateur Athletic Federation and International Association of Athletics Federations, in 2020. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 epidemic, the 2022 …

Shanghai Marathon kicks off
2 years ago

Shanghai Marathon kicks off

China Daily  

Runners set off from the start line at the 2022 Shanghai Marathon on Sunday. Categorized as a Platinum Label Road Race by World Athletics, formerly known as the International Amateur Athletic Federation and International Association of Athletics Federations, the event has been an annual event in late autumn hosted by Shanghai since 1996. Runners in action during the 2022 Shanghai …

Marathon runners put endurance to the test again
2 years, 1 month ago

Marathon runners put endurance to the test again

China Daily  

Beijing Marathon competitors line up on Nov 3 to get their race packages. WEI XIAOHAO/CHINA DAILY Beijing event heralds return of long-distance challenges nationwide Participants consider the Beijing Marathon to be the highest level of such competition in China. The Beijing Marathon, along with those in Paris and Sydney, has been classed as a World Athletics Elite Road Race, with …

Marathon runners put endurance to the test again
2 years, 1 month ago

Marathon runners put endurance to the test again

China Daily  

Beijing Marathon competitors line up on Nov 3 to get their race packages. WEI XIAOHAO/CHINA DAILY Beijing event heralds return of long-distance challenges nationwide Participants consider the Beijing Marathon to be the highest level of such competition in China. The Beijing Marathon, along with those in Paris and Sydney, has been classed as a World Athletics Elite Road Race, with …

China's first marathon runner dies at 95
2 years, 1 month ago

China's first marathon runner dies at 95

China Daily  

Zhang Liangyou points to the certificates he got from marathon races in Huainan, Anhui province, Nov 6, 2014. Zhang Liangyou, who initiated China's first marathon race, passed away in Yizheng county, East China's Jiangsu province on Monday, the Jianghuai Morning Post reported citing Wei Pulong, director of the Hefei marathon association. In 1956, the 29-year-old Zhang wrote to China's top …

Annual Qingdao Marathon scheduled for November
2 years, 3 months ago

Annual Qingdao Marathon scheduled for November

China Daily  

The Qingdao Marathon will get underway on Nov 5, with about 25,000 runners set to pound the streets of the iconic coastal city. Around 25,000 runners will take part in the race, including 7,000 running the full marathon, 12,000 in the half-marathon, and 6,000 braving the mini marathon. The race route includes almost all the scenic spots of the coastal …

Music marathon harmonizes east and west
2 years, 4 months ago

Music marathon harmonizes east and west

China Daily  

Soprano Zhang Zhang will perform in the concert on Aug 21. On Aug 21, from 9:30 am to 9:30 pm, Chinese musicians will play Western music works from different periods, such as Baroque, Classical and Romantic, featuring a diversity of Western musical instruments. They will use uncommonly seen musical instruments like fortepiano, an early form of the piano originating in …

Music marathon harmonizes east and west
2 years, 4 months ago

Music marathon harmonizes east and west

China Daily  

Soprano Zhang Zhang will perform in the concert on Aug 21. On Aug 21, from 9:30 am to 9:30 pm, Chinese musicians will play Western music works from different periods, such as Baroque, Classical and Romantic, featuring a diversity of Western musical instruments. They will use uncommonly seen musical instruments like fortepiano, an early form of the piano originating in …

China calls off over 60 marathons, cross country races after extreme weather causes deaths of 21 runners
3 years, 6 months ago

China calls off over 60 marathons, cross country races after extreme weather causes deaths of 21 runners

Firstpost  

Long-distance running in booming in China but concern is rising over poorly regulated races that have sprung up across the country. Shanghai: At least 60 marathons and cross-country races have been cancelled or postponed in China after 21 runners died when extreme weather hit an ultramarathon last weekend, state media said Thursday. A 100-kilometre cross-country mountain race in the northwestern …

Marathon, other fitness activities showcase region's natural beauty
3 years, 6 months ago

Marathon, other fitness activities showcase region's natural beauty

China Daily  

Participants start the Qingdao marathon. This year's Qingdao marathon, broadcast on CCTV-5 as a part of the Running China series, is not only a wonderful interpretation of the new image of the city and a display of Qingdao people's hospitality, but also an important measure for the city to promote the construction of an open, modern, dynamic and fashionable international …

Thousands of runners compete in Qingdao Marathon
3 years, 7 months ago

Thousands of runners compete in Qingdao Marathon

China Daily  

The 2021 Qingdao Marathon kicked off on May 4 in the eastern coastal city of Qingdao, Shandong province, with about 25,000 runners competing in the full marathon, half marathon, and the five-kilometer mini-marathon. Runners rush out from the starting line of the 2021 Qingdao Marathon on May 4 in Qingdao, Shandong province. Running enthusiasts compete in the 2021 Qingdao Marathon …

Qingdao half marathon draws over 8,000 participants
3 years, 8 months ago

Qingdao half marathon draws over 8,000 participants

China Daily  

The Qingdao West Coast New Area Half Marathon kicked off on April 18 in West Coast New Area of Qingdao, a coastal city in Shandong province. The 2021 Qingdao West Coast New Area Half Marathon is held on April 18 in West Coast New Area of Qingdao, Shandong province. Over 8,000 running enthusiasts take part in the 2021 Qingdao West …

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