Date: Sunday, 27 September 2026
On September 27, competitors crossed the finish line. (Photo by Song Yichao)Taiyuan, China Daily (September 27) – The 2026 Taiyuan Marathon kicked off at Wuyi Square on September 27, with more than 40,000 participants competing in the full marathon, half marathon, and other events.
Taiyuan Marathon 2026 – Men's Race 
has emerged victorious at the Taiyuan Marathon, capturing a brilliant gold medal with a time of 2:10:11!
pushed the pace until the very last meter, finishing just two seconds behind to claim a spectacular second place in 2:10:13 
. Rounding out the high-quality international podium, Ethiopia's Tefere Adisu Tesfahun 
delivered a strong performance to lock down third place in 2:10:19! 
On September 27, the 2026 Taiyuan Marathon kicked off, with participants starting from the starting line. (Photo by Song Yichao)
Participants compete in the race on September 27. (Photo provided by Taiyuan Marathon Organizing Committee)Taiyuan, China Daily (September 27) – The 2026 Taiyuan Marathon kicked off at Wuyi Square on September 27, with more than 40,000 participants competing in the full marathon, half marathon, and other events.
The Taiyuan Marathon, founded in 2010, is a World Athletics Gold Label race and a Class A race certified by the Chinese Athletics Association. This year's race has optimized its incentive system and added a "Special Award for Chinese Marathon Athletes".
