The 2025 Shanghai Marathon kicked off on Sunday morning at the Bund Bull in Shanghai, where 23,000 runners from around the world began their journey through the city's landmark streets at 7 am.
This year's full-marathon course passed through some of Shanghai's most iconic areas, including Jing'an Temple and Xintiandi, before finishing at the Xujiahui Sports Park.
The men's race once again demonstrated the speed that has earned Shanghai the reputation of "China's fastest course." Ethiopia's Miklesa Mengsha claimed the title, clocking 2:06:25, the second-fastest winning time in Shanghai Marathon history.
deployed along the course, with 43 medical stations set up and a dedicated medical hub built near the finish line. Four additional medical points were placed in key locations within the post-race service zone. A total of 4,400 volunteers supported more than 60 operational roles, from bag-drop management and medical assistance to anti-doping procedures.
For many amateur runners, the marathon offered both a personal challenge and a unique way to experience the city. Wang Yuzuo, a first-time participant in the Shanghai Marathon, completed the race in 3:22. He told the Global Times that he was impressed by both the race organization and the scenery along the route.
"You can really feel the enthusiasm of the spectators cheering along the way," Wang said. "Passing landmarks such as Jing'an Road and seeing the kilometer-marker signs throughout the course, the whole event carries a strong sense of the city's spirit."
Feng said that if the Shanghai Marathon eventually succeeds in becoming an official World Marathon Major, it would significantly raise the overall competitive level of long-distance running in China.
"It will definitely attract more international elite runners," he noted. "Their presence will push Chinese athletes to keep improving their performance."
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