The Taiyuan International Marathon, in Shanxi province, set to involve a field of 30,000 competitors, takes place on Sept 13 and features four events - full, half, mini and parent-offspring marathons.

Registration has begun and lasts until midday on August 13. An identification certificate is required, together with a completed registration form. Entrants wishing to take part as a group should complete a group form. Registration spots include Taiyuan Sports Competition Management Center, Shanxi Bowei Culture and Sports Development Co and Taiyuan Running Association.