On the same day, the Shudao Qingniling 2024 Mountain Challenge kicked off, and more than 2,200 professional runners and mountain trail running enthusiasts gathered in Hui County, Longnan City, Gansu Province. There are four categories in this competition: 50 km, 35 km, 18 km and 5 km.
On May 18, runner Zheng Wenli competed in the 35km women's race. In the end, she finished third in her category. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Lang Bingbing
On May 18, runner He Fujun (second from right) competed in the 35km men's race. In the end, he won first place in his class. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Lang Bingbing
On May 18, runner Zheng Xiaoyan competed in the 35km women's group. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Lang Bingbing
Great Britain's Ryan competes in the men's 50km race on May 18. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Lang Bingbing
On May 18, the runners set off for the race. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Lang Bingbing