Runners start the 2018 Taiyuan International Marathon held in Taiyuan, Shanxi province, Sept 8. This year's marathon saw 30,000 competitors compete in various different races, including a full marathon (42.195 kilometers), half marathon (21.0975 km), and mini marathon (4.2195 km). [Photo/Xinhua]

A girl sprints ahead during the marathon in Taiyuan, Sept 8. [Photo/Xinhua]