Runners compete in Xanadu long-distance race

Runners compete in the 36km long-distance race in Zhenglan Banner, Xiliin Gol League, Inner Mongolia autonomous region on Oct 15, 2017. The 36km long-distance race was attended by over 60 runners from China, Mongolia, Congo, Cameroon and Laos. In addition, more than 1,300 people took part in the 2.5km race. [Photo/nmgnews.com.cn]

Runners crowd at the starting line during the 36km long-distance race in Zhenglan Banner, Xiliin Gol League, Inner Mongolia autonomous region on Oct 15, 2017. Li Chunhui from Inner Mongolia won first place during men’s 36km race with 2:03:30, and He Yinli from Inner Mongolia took first place during women’s 36km race with 2:04:36. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Officials give awards to top three winners in men’s and women’s races in Zhenglan Banner, Xiliin Gol League, Inner Mongolia autonomous region on Oct 15, 2017. The 36km long-distance race was attended by over 60 runners from China, Mongolia, Congo, Cameroon and Laos. In addition, more than 1,300 people took part in the 2.5km race. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]