The Shanghai Half Marathon, established in 2015, is a Gold Label Road Race sanctioned by World Athletics, featuring a half marathon distance of 21.0975 kilometers.

The 2024 Shanghai Half Marathon will take place on April 21 at the Oriental Pearl TV Tower in Pudong New Area. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

It has garnered recognition from World Athletics for its professional organization and exceptional services.

With a core commitment to placing runners first, the marathon aims to guide the public towards a healthier lifestyle, bolster event participation, cultivate a stylish and contemporary road running culture, enhance event influence, and foster an innovative and dynamic industrial chain, thereby amplifying the event's overall impact.

Sources: Shanghai Administration of Sports, chinadaily.com.cn