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Record numbers as Wuxi marathon beamed around the world

Updated : 2016-03-21
By Jiang Luying (chinadaily.com.cn)

The global media spotlight was shone on Wuxi, Jiangsu province on March 20 as highlights from the 2016 Wuxi International Marathon, which saw a record number of runners this year, were sent to more than 100 countries and regions around the world.

Tadesse Yae Dabi of Ethiopia won the men's title in 2:15:24, followed by Kenyans Hillary Kipkogei and Laban Kipkemoi Moiben. Yeshumie Ayalew Ejigu of Ethiopia won the women's title in 2:42:06, followed by another two Kenyans, Naomi Nduta Njiri and Rosaline David.

Record numbers as Wuxi marathon beamed around the world

Tadesse Yae Dabi of Ethiopia crosses the line to take the men's title in 2:15:24. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Record numbers as Wuxi marathon beamed around the world

Yeshumie Ayalew Ejigu of Ethiopia wins the women's title in 2:42:06. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

This year, a record 50,000 people applied with 30,000 selected to take part on the day, including 15,000 competing in the full marathon, 10,000 in the half marathon and 5,000 in the mini marathon. The 2016 Wuxi International Marathon is Jiangsu's biggest marathon event and the only full-length marathon to be held in the province.

The routes of the full marathon, the half and the mini marathons, run past many scenic spots and historical landmarks, such as Lihu Lake, Turtle Head Isle, Changguangxi Wetland Park, Wuxi Grand Theater and the Star of Taihu ferris wheel.

Cao, a 65-year-old runner from Shanghai, has participated in more than 60 marathons across China over the past 13 years and Wuxi's views impressed him most, in spite of its short history. He appreciated the views along the road when running and even stopped to take photos.

Record numbers as Wuxi marathon beamed around the world

Marathon runners trundle alongside the cherry blossoms by Taihu Lake. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Record numbers as Wuxi marathon beamed around the world

The 2016 Wuxi International Marathon participation medal [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

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