Around 7,000 to take part in Suzhou Creek Half Marathon

"Although it is the second edition, we hope to make the competition a label event of the Chinese Athletics Association and even the World Athletics through annual improvements," said Zhu, adding that water and beverage supplies will be arranged every 5 kilometers along the route with water spray facilities to help runners cool down.

"Through the sports+gaming mode, we hope that more and more young people can participate in marathon events," said Zhu.