Peach flowers in full bloom, marathon in full swing
9 months ago

Peach flowers in full bloom, marathon in full swing

China Daily  

The 2024 Yangshan Half Marathon took place on March 17 at Yangshan town in Wuxi, East China's Jiangsu province, attracting 5,000 runners who enjoyed the idyllic beauty of blossoming peach flowers and vibrant sportsmanship. Runners take part in the 2024 Yangshan Half Marathon in Wuxi, East China's Jiangsu province, on March 17. Yu Jiakai finishes the 21-km 2024 Yangshan Half Marathon at 1:08:27, winning the event on March 17. Since its inception in 2017, the Yangshan Half Marathon has drawn more attention and growing popularity as an appealing event blending picturesque scenery, profound cultural heritage and considerate race services.

Event Marathon Runners Peach Yangshan Half Marathon Peach Flowers 2024 Yangshan  half  bloom  flowers  swing  peach  marathon  provided  17  2024  yangshan  runners  race  event

History of this topic

Female runner discovers joy of marathons
Trending News
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
Trending News
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 …

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.

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 …

Runners participate in Qingdao West Coast Half Marathon
7 months ago

Runners participate in Qingdao West Coast Half Marathon

China Daily  

The Ruiyuan Holdings 2024 Qingdao West Coast Half Marathon kicked off in Qingdao West Coast New Area on May 19, drawing 15,000 runners from across the country. The Ruiyuan Holdings 2024 Qingdao West Coast Half Marathon kicks off in Qingdao WCNA on May 19. "This is my first time participating in the Qingdao West Coast Half Marathon. The Qingdao West …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

2022 World Athletics Half Marathon Championships in Yangzhou Cancelled
2 years, 5 months ago

2022 World Athletics Half Marathon Championships in Yangzhou Cancelled

News 18  

The World Athletics Council has decided to cancel the 2022 World Athletics Half Marathon Championships, scheduled to be held in the eastern Chinese city of Yangzhou in November, due to the pandemic. However, the World Athletics Council, the Chinese Athletics Association, and the local organising committee have now agreed to cancel the event. Meanwhile, the World Athletics Council decided to …

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 …

Qingdao West Coast Half Marathon to start
3 years, 8 months ago

Qingdao West Coast Half Marathon to start

China Daily  

The Qingdao West Coast Half Marathon is set to kick off on April 18 in Qingdao West Coast New Area, organizers said at a news conference on April 8. The much-anticipated Qingdao West Coast Half Marathon, which was suspended last year due to COVID-19, will kick off on April 18 in the Qingdao West Coast New Area amid the splendor …

Distance runners enjoy pastoral views in Wuxi
3 years, 8 months ago

Distance runners enjoy pastoral views in Wuxi

China Daily  

Yangshan Half Marathon, one of the most popular rural races in China, took place on March 28 in Yangshan town, Wuxi, East China's Jiangsu province, with 5,000 entrants tackling a picturesque route lined with blooming pink peach blossom. The half marathon race, which stuck to the same course as the last event, has been significantly upgraded this year to display …

Discover Related