CHONGQING (CQNEWS) -- Last weekend, the 2024 China 10K Elite Race (Chongqing) and Chongqing 10K Challenge officially kicked off on Nanbin Road, Chongqing. Over 7,000 participants from seven countries, including China, South Korea, France, and Canada, and 281 cities, ran along the scenic Nanbin Road, immersing themselves in the charm of the city of mountains and rivers.

The reporter learned that the 10K Elite Race by Chinese Athletic Association is a national 10K road running series event IP organized by the association. The race is conducted under standards of A1 events, and participants’ results will be recorded in the official database of the China Athletic Association. To promote the popularity of road running events and enhance competitive standards in China, and encourage more people to participate in running and fitness activities, the race is open to the general public.

The 2024 China 10K Elite Race (Chongqing) and Chongqing 10K Challenge were sponsored by the China Athletic Association, Chongqing Municipal Bureau of Sports, and the People’s Government of Nan’an District. The race began and ended at the C Hall of Dongyuan 1891, covering a total distance of 10 kilometers.

On site, the reporter found that the picturesque riverside track seamlessly blended modern urban landscapes with historic and cultural attractions. Chaotianmen, Qiansimen Yangtze River Bridge, and the Chongqing Grand Theatre stood across the river, while Nanbin Haitangyanyu Park, Longmenhao Old Street, National Palace Museum Relocation Memorial South, Ciyunsi Old Street, Zhonglou Square, and Chongqing Planning Exhibition Gallery can be seen along the racing track. As runners progressed, they were greeted with breathtaking views every step of the way, forming a beautiful, unforgettable picture.

The track was selected to include the most iconic segments of the Chongqing Marathon route, featuring flat terrain with minimal elevation changes, creating an ideal environment for runners to achieve personal bests (PB). In this competition, nearly 430 runners broke the 40-minute mark. After intense competition, Xu Ru'an secured first place in the men’s category with an impressive time of 30:00, breaking the Chongqing 10K record set last year by Wang Wanfu. Li Bo and Zhang Zhihao finished second and third places with times of 30:05 and 30:19, respectively.

The women’s category was equally competitive. Pan Yuanchen claimed first place with a time of 34:36, followed by Gu Jinjin in second place with a time of 36:07, and Yang Chunhua in third place, clocking in at 36:20.

"I felt very good today! The road conditions and weather were perfect, and the scenery along the track was stunning. Everywhere you go, you can see very beautiful scenery," said Mr. Li from Chengdu. Thanks to the excellent conditions, he also achieved a personal best.

The successful organization of this event marks the conclusion of the 2024 Chongqing Marathon Series. The series is an IP event brand created by Chongqing Marathon Sports, aiming to maximize the brand effect of the Chongqing Marathon by leveraging the unique advantages of the Nanbin Road track, and offer differentiated characteristic road running events based on the sports needs of different groups of people.

The Chongqing 10K race is interconnected with the Chongqing Marathon, Changjiahui Half Marathon, and Chongqing Children's Color Run, forming a comprehensive road running event brand that covers full marathons, half marathons, 10-kilometer, and family-friendly races. (Translated by Jane, Fathom Language Limited)