Runners from all over the world gathered in the "City of Youth, City of Vitality" and touched the city's mountain and sea scenery and romantic customs with running!

The event is guided by the Guangdong Provincial Athletics Association, hosted by the Zhuhai Municipal People's Government, Zhuhai Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television, Tourism and Sports, Zhuhai Xiangzhou District People's Government, Zhuhai High-tech Industrial Development Zone Management Committee, Zhuhai Huafa Group Co., Ltd., and operated by Zhuhai Huafa Sports Operation and Management Co., Ltd.

In early winter, the sunshine in Zhuhai is still warm and bright. The morning light shines on the vast sea and the clear streets, and also illuminates every smiling face full of anticipation.

At 7:30, the starting gun sounded, and the crowd cheered and rushed out of the arch to rush to this marathon trip between mountains and seas!

After more than two hours of competition, Liu Shuqiang won the men's marathon championship with a time of 2:38:30; The runner-up Chen Zhiyuan scored 2:43:25, and the third runner-up Qi Wenfu scored 2:44:36.

Zhu Longfei won the women's marathon with a time of 3:17:44, while Deng Weilan and Chen Xiaohong won the second and third places with a time of 3:21:00 and 3:22:22 respectively.

A great race, a fantastic journey, a romantic weekend called "Pearl Horse"!

The marathon is a grand event for runners, a carnival for the whole people, and an important window to show the charm of the city.

With the smallest land area in Guangdong Province and the longest coastline of the Pearl River Delta, Zhuhai is worth a passionate run to deeply perceive and explore!

Here, 262 large and small islands are strung together into a chain, known as the "City of 100 Islands";

Here, the 55-kilometer-long Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge connects three places with one bridge, and the moat becomes a thoroughfare;

Here, the sea meets the city, and the scenery and food coexist, making it a unique attraction.

As a "romantic city", Zhuhai's coconut waves, sunny beaches, cultural heritage and modern trends have long fascinated countless runners.

The arrival of Zhuma finally gives more people who love running the opportunity to experience the competition and happiness of marathon in this beautiful coastal city!

A romantic and beautiful experience starts with check-in.

From the afternoon of November 24, the 2023 Zhuma registration location - the square in front of the Zhuhai Planning Exhibition Hall and the Zhuhai Museum, the registration site of the 2023 Zhuhai Horse will be full of contestants, and the registration site will be wonderful.

The 2023 Zhuma registration adopts the time-sharing reservation method, relying on the customized Zhuma "Race Assistant" applet, with comprehensive functions and convenient use, to help every contestant participate without worry.

The electronic version of the entry manual has been loaded into the mini program before the race, reducing paper waste and contributing to Zhuhai's efforts to build a "zero-waste city"!

The "Runner Identification System" based on facial recognition technology is combined with the wristband that marks the identity of the runner to reject the substitute running behavior from the source.

The "Smart Collar System", which allows players to quickly receive their number bibs, combines innovative technology with comprehensive services to bring players a silky smooth check-in experience.

The equipment is also very urban.

The blue and deep race clothes like the sea are printed with the logo of the 2023 Zhuhai Marathon, forming a romantic impression of Zhuhai Marathon;

The left hand glove that accompanies you to the finish line will be combined with the right hand glove waiting for you to return, making up the sense of completion ceremony.

The first meeting with Zhuma was impressed by the professionalism and sincerity of this event!

The most special thing about running in Zhuma is that you can immerse yourself in the baptism of the waves and the sea breeze!

The 42.195-kilometer track, with a coastal route section of nearly 40 kilometers, highly overlaps with Zhuhai's classic sightseeing route - Lovers Road style coastal zone!

Starting from the east gate of Zhuhai Sports Center, facing the rising sun, blowing the warm sea breeze, igniting full of pride.

All the way forward, the famous Lovers' Road and the vast blue sea and blue sky are close in front of you.

Haitian Park, which is surrounded by the sea and the wind, is the end point of the fun run.

The joy run of Zhuma is uniquely divided into family group, couple group and individual group.

Whether it is a high-spirited beginner runner, a sweet couple who joins hands, or a family of three, everyone feels the romantic urban atmosphere of Zhuhai and the vigorous vitality of national fitness in laughter.

The half-marathon riders continue along the coastline.

Passing by the Zhuhai Planning Exhibition Hall and Zhuhai Museum again, it was more dynamic than when I checked in; Facing each other across the sea from the sun and moon, shining in the warm sun; Pass through the beach of Xianglu Bay and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the sea and sky; Overlook the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge and marvel at the grandeur of the "greatest man-made miracle on the Pearl River Estuary".

Half marathon runners cross the line at the Nikhua Garden, which is less than two kilometres from Macau!

Complete the half-marathon challenge here and experience the geographical advantages of Zhuhai and Macao being separated by water and connected to Hong Kong by land bridge.

After 17 kilometers of separation from the course, the marathon runners completed the turnaround and ran resolutely towards the finish line.

Along the course, more than 100,000 citizens and spectators with their families, and dozens of cultural gas stations organized by various streets and communities showed colorful performances to cheer for the marathon spirit displayed by the runners.

In the second half of the journey, you can still walk along the coast, and you can also enjoy the elegant posture of the Zhuhai fisherwoman, the modern shape of the Zhuhai Grand Theater, the literary and artistic atmosphere of the love post office, and the leisurely temperament of the city balcony......

As time went on, the sun grew hotter. The sea breeze blows the mist sprayed next to the track, and it is refreshing.

Finally, run into Huafa Lvyang Bay, and complete the final line in this park where flawless white sand meets the blue sea!

The "massive" Zhuma track makes this run seem to be a sea view tour with the essence of the essence, and every step is the ultimate romance!

Arriving at the finish line, the sincere finishing ceremony is waiting for the runners to return!

Warm finisher towels adorn the landmark buildings in Zhuhai to wipe away all sweat and fatigue for you;

The right hand glove and the left hand glove are finally "reunited", just like this romantic run.

And that shining "Pearl of the Sea" medal!

The open shells are dotted with looming sea ripples and Zhuhai flower triangle plum elements. On both sides of the front and back, those iconic landscapes of Zhuhai that run by converge in the center of the medal, gently flick, and the shells will rotate!

All kinds of finishing gifts reward you for running hard, praise your courage to challenge, and also embody our common memories of Zhuma.

This beautiful memory not only comes from the running under your feet, the scenery in your eyes, and the gifts in your bag, but also from everyone who participates!

Warm and caring volunteers, dedicated medical and first aid personnel, escort Zhuhai public security, official pacemaker of cruise control, and wonderful photographers...... Thank you for your all-out efforts, with warm smiles and hard work, to bring blue touches to the players!

In addition, the success of the 2023 Zhuhai Marathon is also inseparable from all partners: top partner China Sports Lottery, official partners Huafa Co., Ltd., Bank of China, China Construction Bank, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Coca-Cola丨Chunyue, Ruike, official supporters Rossini, China Telecom, Jianleduo, Liri Construction Technology, Agricultural Bank of China, Postal Savings Bank of China, Bank of Communications, and Guangfa Bank!

It is the concerted efforts of all parties that have made this national fitness sports event a reality, and also allowed every player to appreciate the unique charm of Zhuhai!

The city of youth, the city of vitality, Zhuhai loves to run.

Next year's Zhuhai Marathon, we look forward to meeting you again and enjoying the passion and love of the marathon between the mountains and the sea!