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flag The 2025 Hainan Marathon drew 14,000 runners from 19 countries, with Chinese athletes winning, amid efforts to boost tourism ahead of the 2026 Asian Beach Games.

flag The 2025 Hainan (Sanya) Marathon drew over 14,000 runners from 19 countries and regions, including the U.S., Malaysia, and Russia, with many benefiting from Hainan’s visa-free policy and expanded international flights. flag Held on December 28, the event featured full and half marathons along scenic coastal routes, with China’s Zhao Guohu and Yang Yuan winning in 2:23:21 and 2:50:11, respectively. flag The race, now certified by China’s Athletics Association, included digital innovations like blockchain-secured medals and a virtual race with 27,000 participants. flag Organizers highlighted the event as part of Hainan’s push to boost tourism and global visibility ahead of hosting the 6th Asian Beach Games in 2026.

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