Huangpu marks Christmas with marathon

The widely anticipated 2018 Cedar Holdings Guangzhou Huangpu Marathon was held in Huangpu district on Dec 23.

This year’s Huangpu marathon, with 15,000 runners, follows the first event held last year. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

The 2018 Cedar Holdings Guangzhou Huangpu Marathon is so far the first district-level marathon in Guangzhou, the first marathon hosted by a national level development zone and a China Athletics Association bronze road race.

The event consists of a full marathon (42.2km), a half marathon (21.1 km) and a mini marathon (6.5km), attracting 15,000 participants from 12 countries and regions like Japan, Kenya, the United States, and the United Kingdom. The oldest participant was 81 years old, and the youngest was only 4 months old.

After fierce competition, it was Elias, 35, who crossed the line first in the men's marathon, with a time of 2:12:29. It's also his first time to visit Guangzhou. He said that he has been running for 20 years all over the world. The racing track in Huangpu is beautiful with so many curves, just like the up and downs of life.

Running in Huangpu port is also one of the highlights of this marathon. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

"Even though born and raised here, it's my first time to go to Huangpu port, in a way I could have never imagined," said Li, a local marathon fan. "Such an experience is just unforgettable."

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