The 2025 Zigong Half Marathon took place at the Qinglong Lake Scenic Area in Da'an district, Zigong, on March 9.
This year's event drew a record-breaking 9,000 runners from around the world, with 4,500 participants in both the half marathon and fun run, including 22 international athletes.
The half marathon began at Qinglong Lake Square and wound counterclockwise around the lake before returning to the starting point, covering 21.1 kilometers. The fun run was a 5-kilometer route that also circled Qinglong Lake, with its finish line at the Qinglong Lake Visitor Center.
The race featured 14 lively sections and several food stations offering local Zigong delicacies, enhancing the running experience. Runners enjoyed springtime views of rapeseed flowers and sampled authentic local cuisine.
Kenya's Biwott Robert Kiplimo claimed first place in the men's race with a time of 1:03:01, setting a new course record. Similarly, China's Feng Dan captured the women's title with a time of 1:13:29, also setting a new course record.
"The course was beautiful, the volunteers were excellent, and the atmosphere made it very enjoyable," said Feng. "I'm thrilled with my result."
The event included specially designed medals that incorporated unique cultural elements from Zigong, inspired by the city's iconic features like the Shenhai Well, dinosaurs and colorful lanterns.
The 2025 Zigong Half Marathon took place at the Qinglong Lake Scenic Area in Da'an district, Zigong, on March 9.
This year's event drew a record-breaking 9,000 runners from around the world, with 4,500 participants in both the half marathon and fun run, including 22 international athletes.
The half marathon began at Qinglong Lake Square and wound counterclockwise around the lake before returning to the starting point, covering 21.1 kilometers. The fun run was a 5-kilometer route that also circled Qinglong Lake, with its finish line at the Qinglong Lake Visitor Center.
The race featured 14 lively sections and several food stations offering local Zigong delicacies, enhancing the running experience. Runners enjoyed springtime views of rapeseed flowers and sampled authentic local cuisine.
Kenya's Biwott Robert Kiplimo claimed first place in the men's race with a time of 1:03:01, setting a new course record. Similarly, China's Feng Dan captured the women's title with a time of 1:13:29, also setting a new course record.
"The course was beautiful, the volunteers were excellent, and the atmosphere made it very enjoyable," said Feng. "I'm thrilled with my result."
The event included specially designed medals that incorporated unique cultural elements from Zigong, inspired by the city's iconic features like the Shenhai Well, dinosaurs and colorful lanterns.
The 2025 Zigong Half Marathon took place at the Qinglong Lake Scenic Area in Da'an district, Zigong, on March 9.
This year's event drew a record-breaking 9,000 runners from around the world, with 4,500 participants in both the half marathon and fun run, including 22 international athletes.
The half marathon began at Qinglong Lake Square and wound counterclockwise around the lake before returning to the starting point, covering 21.1 kilometers. The fun run was a 5-kilometer route that also circled Qinglong Lake, with its finish line at the Qinglong Lake Visitor Center.
The race featured 14 lively sections and several food stations offering local Zigong delicacies, enhancing the running experience. Runners enjoyed springtime views of rapeseed flowers and sampled authentic local cuisine.
Kenya's Biwott Robert Kiplimo claimed first place in the men's race with a time of 1:03:01, setting a new course record. Similarly, China's Feng Dan captured the women's title with a time of 1:13:29, also setting a new course record.
"The course was beautiful, the volunteers were excellent, and the atmosphere made it very enjoyable," said Feng. "I'm thrilled with my result."
The event included specially designed medals that incorporated unique cultural elements from Zigong, inspired by the city's iconic features like the Shenhai Well, dinosaurs and colorful lanterns.
The 2025 Zigong Half Marathon took place at the Qinglong Lake Scenic Area in Da'an district, Zigong, on March 9.
This year's event drew a record-breaking 9,000 runners from around the world, with 4,500 participants in both the half marathon and fun run, including 22 international athletes.
The half marathon began at Qinglong Lake Square and wound counterclockwise around the lake before returning to the starting point, covering 21.1 kilometers. The fun run was a 5-kilometer route that also circled Qinglong Lake, with its finish line at the Qinglong Lake Visitor Center.
The race featured 14 lively sections and several food stations offering local Zigong delicacies, enhancing the running experience. Runners enjoyed springtime views of rapeseed flowers and sampled authentic local cuisine.
Kenya's Biwott Robert Kiplimo claimed first place in the men's race with a time of 1:03:01, setting a new course record. Similarly, China's Feng Dan captured the women's title with a time of 1:13:29, also setting a new course record.
"The course was beautiful, the volunteers were excellent, and the atmosphere made it very enjoyable," said Feng. "I'm thrilled with my result."
The event included specially designed medals that incorporated unique cultural elements from Zigong, inspired by the city's iconic features like the Shenhai Well, dinosaurs and colorful lanterns.
The 2025 Zigong Half Marathon took place at the Qinglong Lake Scenic Area in Da'an district, Zigong, on March 9.
This year's event drew a record-breaking 9,000 runners from around the world, with 4,500 participants in both the half marathon and fun run, including 22 international athletes.
The half marathon began at Qinglong Lake Square and wound counterclockwise around the lake before returning to the starting point, covering 21.1 kilometers. The fun run was a 5-kilometer route that also circled Qinglong Lake, with its finish line at the Qinglong Lake Visitor Center.
The race featured 14 lively sections and several food stations offering local Zigong delicacies, enhancing the running experience. Runners enjoyed springtime views of rapeseed flowers and sampled authentic local cuisine.
Kenya's Biwott Robert Kiplimo claimed first place in the men's race with a time of 1:03:01, setting a new course record. Similarly, China's Feng Dan captured the women's title with a time of 1:13:29, also setting a new course record.
"The course was beautiful, the volunteers were excellent, and the atmosphere made it very enjoyable," said Feng. "I'm thrilled with my result."
The event included specially designed medals that incorporated unique cultural elements from Zigong, inspired by the city's iconic features like the Shenhai Well, dinosaurs and colorful lanterns.
The 2025 Zigong Half Marathon took place at the Qinglong Lake Scenic Area in Da'an district, Zigong, on March 9.
This year's event drew a record-breaking 9,000 runners from around the world, with 4,500 participants in both the half marathon and fun run, including 22 international athletes.
The half marathon began at Qinglong Lake Square and wound counterclockwise around the lake before returning to the starting point, covering 21.1 kilometers. The fun run was a 5-kilometer route that also circled Qinglong Lake, with its finish line at the Qinglong Lake Visitor Center.
The race featured 14 lively sections and several food stations offering local Zigong delicacies, enhancing the running experience. Runners enjoyed springtime views of rapeseed flowers and sampled authentic local cuisine.
Kenya's Biwott Robert Kiplimo claimed first place in the men's race with a time of 1:03:01, setting a new course record. Similarly, China's Feng Dan captured the women's title with a time of 1:13:29, also setting a new course record.
"The course was beautiful, the volunteers were excellent, and the atmosphere made it very enjoyable," said Feng. "I'm thrilled with my result."
The event included specially designed medals that incorporated unique cultural elements from Zigong, inspired by the city's iconic features like the Shenhai Well, dinosaurs and colorful lanterns.
The 2025 Zigong Half Marathon took place at the Qinglong Lake Scenic Area in Da'an district, Zigong, on March 9.
This year's event drew a record-breaking 9,000 runners from around the world, with 4,500 participants in both the half marathon and fun run, including 22 international athletes.
The half marathon began at Qinglong Lake Square and wound counterclockwise around the lake before returning to the starting point, covering 21.1 kilometers. The fun run was a 5-kilometer route that also circled Qinglong Lake, with its finish line at the Qinglong Lake Visitor Center.
The race featured 14 lively sections and several food stations offering local Zigong delicacies, enhancing the running experience. Runners enjoyed springtime views of rapeseed flowers and sampled authentic local cuisine.
Kenya's Biwott Robert Kiplimo claimed first place in the men's race with a time of 1:03:01, setting a new course record. Similarly, China's Feng Dan captured the women's title with a time of 1:13:29, also setting a new course record.
"The course was beautiful, the volunteers were excellent, and the atmosphere made it very enjoyable," said Feng. "I'm thrilled with my result."
The event included specially designed medals that incorporated unique cultural elements from Zigong, inspired by the city's iconic features like the Shenhai Well, dinosaurs and colorful lanterns.
The 2025 Zigong Half Marathon took place at the Qinglong Lake Scenic Area in Da'an district, Zigong, on March 9.
This year's event drew a record-breaking 9,000 runners from around the world, with 4,500 participants in both the half marathon and fun run, including 22 international athletes.
The half marathon began at Qinglong Lake Square and wound counterclockwise around the lake before returning to the starting point, covering 21.1 kilometers. The fun run was a 5-kilometer route that also circled Qinglong Lake, with its finish line at the Qinglong Lake Visitor Center.
The race featured 14 lively sections and several food stations offering local Zigong delicacies, enhancing the running experience. Runners enjoyed springtime views of rapeseed flowers and sampled authentic local cuisine.
Kenya's Biwott Robert Kiplimo claimed first place in the men's race with a time of 1:03:01, setting a new course record. Similarly, China's Feng Dan captured the women's title with a time of 1:13:29, also setting a new course record.
"The course was beautiful, the volunteers were excellent, and the atmosphere made it very enjoyable," said Feng. "I'm thrilled with my result."
The event included specially designed medals that incorporated unique cultural elements from Zigong, inspired by the city's iconic features like the Shenhai Well, dinosaurs and colorful lanterns.
The 2025 Zigong Half Marathon took place at the Qinglong Lake Scenic Area in Da'an district, Zigong, on March 9.
This year's event drew a record-breaking 9,000 runners from around the world, with 4,500 participants in both the half marathon and fun run, including 22 international athletes.
The half marathon began at Qinglong Lake Square and wound counterclockwise around the lake before returning to the starting point, covering 21.1 kilometers. The fun run was a 5-kilometer route that also circled Qinglong Lake, with its finish line at the Qinglong Lake Visitor Center.
The race featured 14 lively sections and several food stations offering local Zigong delicacies, enhancing the running experience. Runners enjoyed springtime views of rapeseed flowers and sampled authentic local cuisine.
Kenya's Biwott Robert Kiplimo claimed first place in the men's race with a time of 1:03:01, setting a new course record. Similarly, China's Feng Dan captured the women's title with a time of 1:13:29, also setting a new course record.
"The course was beautiful, the volunteers were excellent, and the atmosphere made it very enjoyable," said Feng. "I'm thrilled with my result."
The event included specially designed medals that incorporated unique cultural elements from Zigong, inspired by the city's iconic features like the Shenhai Well, dinosaurs and colorful lanterns.
The 2025 Zigong Half Marathon took place at the Qinglong Lake Scenic Area in Da'an district, Zigong, on March 9.
This year's event drew a record-breaking 9,000 runners from around the world, with 4,500 participants in both the half marathon and fun run, including 22 international athletes.
The half marathon began at Qinglong Lake Square and wound counterclockwise around the lake before returning to the starting point, covering 21.1 kilometers. The fun run was a 5-kilometer route that also circled Qinglong Lake, with its finish line at the Qinglong Lake Visitor Center.
The race featured 14 lively sections and several food stations offering local Zigong delicacies, enhancing the running experience. Runners enjoyed springtime views of rapeseed flowers and sampled authentic local cuisine.
Kenya's Biwott Robert Kiplimo claimed first place in the men's race with a time of 1:03:01, setting a new course record. Similarly, China's Feng Dan captured the women's title with a time of 1:13:29, also setting a new course record.
"The course was beautiful, the volunteers were excellent, and the atmosphere made it very enjoyable," said Feng. "I'm thrilled with my result."
The event included specially designed medals that incorporated unique cultural elements from Zigong, inspired by the city's iconic features like the Shenhai Well, dinosaurs and colorful lanterns.
