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The 2026 Taiyuan Marathon announces an updated reward system, including a new special prize for Chinese athletes.

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The 2026 Taiyuan Marathon announces an updated reward system, including a new special prize for Chinese athletes.
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Key facts

  1. 01Total participants: 40,000 (Marathon 18,000; Half marathon 22,000).
  2. 02Reward system expanded: top 100 places; Chinese athletes special prize for top 8; Chinese records prize criteria raised.
  3. 03New safety measures: facial recognition check-in across key stages; 40 medical stations, 44 ambulances, 100 AEDs; 13 hospitals involved for green rescue channels.
  4. 04Logistics: four gun starts with zoned assembly; subway free for runners on race day; free return transport after the race; temporary route guidance announced by traffic authorities.
  5. 05Cultural and visitor elements: medal design inspired by晋阳八景, mid-Autumn holiday permits free visits to nearby sites like晋祠博物馆 with valid registration.

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