2025 Wuxi Marathon concludes with record numbers
1 week, 1 day ago

2025 Wuxi Marathon concludes with record numbers

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The 2025 HLA Wuxi Marathon commenced at 7 am on March 23, drawing an impressive lineup of runners from across the globe. The 2025 HLA Wuxi Marathon kicks off in Wuxi, East China's Jiangsu province, on March 23. Samsom Amare Hailemicael from Eritrea wins the men's championship with a time of 2:07:00 at the 2025 HLA Wuxi Marathon. Samsom Amare Hailemicael from Eritrea clinched the men's championship with a time of 2:07:00, while Kuftu Tahir Dadiso from Ethiopia triumphed in the women's category, finishing in 2:23:42—a new course record. Incorporating local culture into the race experience, organizers lined the course with performances by folk music ensembles, symphony orchestras, and pop bands, further reinforcing Wuxi's reputation as a city of music.

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Cities race to tempt in marathon runners
3 months ago

Cities race to tempt in marathon runners

China Daily  

Participants in the 2024 Beijing Marathon run past Tian'anmen Gate on Chang'an Avenue in November. As a marathon craze sweeps China, driven by a growing focus on healthy living, host cities are seizing the opportunity to showcase their attractions and offer incentives to boost tourism. Li Jun, a runner from Hubei province who participated in the 2024 Qionghai Boao Marathon …

20,000 runners compete in Quzhou Marathon
4 months 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
4 months, 1 week 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
4 months, 1 week 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 …

Record Number of Runners Sign Up for 2024 Beijing Marathon
4 months, 4 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 …

Thousands flock to Ningxia Helan half-marathon
6 months, 1 week ago

Thousands flock to Ningxia Helan half-marathon

China Daily  

The 2024 Ningxia Helan Mountain East Foothill Wine Region Half-Marathon took place on Monday, with 6,000 enthusiasts from across China making their way through the vineyard course. Runners at the starting line for the 2024 Ningxia Helan Mountain East Foothill Wine Region Half-Marathon For the first time, the race was included as one of the main events of the 4th …

Record number of Chinese runners to compete in Gold Coast Marathon
9 months 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
11 months, 1 week 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 …

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

2024 Wuxi marathon to be held on March 24
1 year, 3 months 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, 4 months 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 Qingdao Marathon opens for registration
2 years, 1 month 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, 3 months 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, 4 months 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, 4 months 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, 4 months 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 …

Annual Qingdao Marathon scheduled for November
2 years, 6 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, 8 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 …

Qingdao half marathon draws over 8,000 participants
3 years, 11 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 …

Distance runners enjoy pastoral views in Wuxi
4 years 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 …

Chinese marathoner Duobujie targets top 8 at Tokyo Olympics
5 years, 2 months ago

Chinese marathoner Duobujie targets top 8 at Tokyo Olympics

China Daily  

Chinese long distance runner Duobujie competes in the men's marathon final at the IAAF World Championships in Doha, Qatar, Oct 6, 2019. LHASA, China -- Chinese long distance runner Duobujie has set himself the goal of finishing in the top eight of the men's marathon at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. "We have never entered the top eight, so I'm …

African runners secure top spots at Quzhou marathon
5 years, 4 months ago

African runners secure top spots at Quzhou marathon

China Daily  

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated :2019-11-25 More than 11,428 runners from 11 countries, including Germany, France, and the United States, brave the rain and cold to compete in the Quzhou Marathon on Nov 24 in Quzhou, East China's Zhejiang province. African runners claimed first place in every race at the Quzhou Marathon held in Quzhou, East China's Zhejiang province on Nov 24. Lotory …

100-day countdown for 2019 Quzhou Marathon begins
5 years, 7 months ago

100-day countdown for 2019 Quzhou Marathon begins

China Daily  

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated :2019-08-19 A 100-day countdown ceremony for the 2019 Quzhou Marathon was held at Quzhou Urban Exhibition Center, the starting point for the upcoming event, on Aug 16. The Quzhou competition includes a full marathon, a half marathon and a mini marathon covering the distances of 42.195 kilometers, 21.0975 km and 6 km respectively, as well as a family-friendly …

Over 11,000 runners to participate in Qinzhou Intl Half Marathon
6 years ago

Over 11,000 runners to participate in Qinzhou Intl Half Marathon

China Daily  

The 3rd Qinzhou International Half Marathon is announced to be held on March 24 at a press conference on March 16. The 3rd Qinzhou International Half Marathon will take place in Qinzhou, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region on March 24. The half marathon course will pass by Yongfu Bridge, Mengyuan Square, Baishihu Square, Hexie Tower, the Third Qinjiang Bridge, and North …

For the joy of running: Chinese champion shares his experience
6 years ago

For the joy of running: Chinese champion shares his experience

China Daily  

Marathon athlete Li Zicheng shares his stories on running with marathon lovers at an event organized by Yiren Wealth on March 12, Beijing. As one of the top marathons in the country, the 2019 Beverly Wuxi Marathon is supported by Yiren Wealth, a well-received online wealth management platform with strong and deep marathon culture, which will bring a team of …

For the joy of running: Chinese champion shares his experience
6 years ago

For the joy of running: Chinese champion shares his experience

China Daily  

Marathon athlete Li Zicheng shares his stories on running with marathon lovers at an event organized by Yiren Wealth on March 12, Beijing. In the coming days, Li is ready for the 2019 Beverly Wuxi Marathon, hosted by Chinese Athletic Association, Sports Bureau of Jiangsu Province, and Wuxi Municipal People's Government. As one of the top marathons in the country, …

Yanji Marathon to feature ethnic, ecological elements
6 years, 10 months ago

Yanji Marathon to feature ethnic, ecological elements

China Daily  

Guests launch the Yanji Marathon in Beijing on Friday. Yanji city announced its marathon leg would join the national campaign "Beautiful China, Ecological Marathon" in Beijing on Friday. Yanji, capital city of Yanbian Korean autonomous prefecture and located in Northeast China's Jilin province, is home to 300,000 ethnic Koreans. Dinosaur fossils were discovered at the city's Longshan Mountain in 2016 …

Birthplace of marathon hosts 5th half marathon, invites more Chinese to join
6 years, 11 months ago

Birthplace of marathon hosts 5th half marathon, invites more Chinese to join

China Daily  

Competitors run during the 5th Phnom Penh international half marathon in front of the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh on May 31, 2015. MARATHON - More than 2,000 runners from all over Greece and the world participated on Sunday in the 5th annual half marathon run organized by the City of Marathon, which symbolizes the strength of the human spirit. …

Marathon craze gaining more mileage
6 years, 11 months ago

Marathon craze gaining more mileage

China Daily  

Runners get moving in the 2017 Beijing Marathon on Sept 17. China's marathon boom shows no sign of abating but, spurred by new government guidelines, the industry's focus is now on providing runners with an improved race-day experience. Even with a spring chill and intermittent smog in the air, Beijing's dedicated army of runners pack the tracks and trails of …

Beijing Marathon 2017-My experience
7 years, 6 months ago

Beijing Marathon 2017-My experience

China Daily  

As a Malaysian, I was lucky to get the chance to run Beijing Marathon this year, one of the top class marathon races in China. Since this year's Beijing Marathon was the starting station for China Major Marathon League and also Asia Major Marathon League, the organizer invested a lot of effort, which I recorded with my own eyes and …

42-year-old Chinese woman runs six marathons in a year[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn
8 years, 7 months ago

42-year-old Chinese woman runs six marathons in a year[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn

China Daily  

A 42-year-old Chinese woman has ran six marathons across the world in less than a year, becoming the first woman to complete them in Southwest China's Sichuan province and the third in whole of China. "I took up running and marathon for the sake of my son," Ding Yan told West China Metropolis Daily. "After cycling, my son had a …

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