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Africa-Press – Eritrea. <\/strong><\/span>Passionate international runners in the 2025 Shanghai Half Marathon\u2014which kicked off on Sunday at the iconic Oriental Pearl Tower\u2014gave a big thumbs-up to the race’s vibrant atmosphere, celebrating its spirit of diversity and inclusion.<\/p>\n

Now in its second year since being awarded the Gold Label status by World Athletics in 2024, the event marked several historic milestones: for the first time, registrants surpassed 110,000; for the first time, Platinum Label status athletes were invited to compete; and for the first time, the event was held according to World Athletics Platinum Label status.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Eritrea. Passionate international runners in the 2025 Shanghai Half Marathon\u2014which kicked off on Sunday at the iconic Oriental Pearl Tower\u2014gave a big thumbs-up to the race’s vibrant atmosphere, celebrating its spirit of diversity and inclusion. 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