Rock 'n' Roll Marathon "rocks" southwest China

With the company of music, around 10,000 runners competed in Rock 'n' Roll Marathon here on Saturday.

Chengdu became a new stop of Rock 'n' Roll Marathon tour in 2017. The race took place north of the city center in Dujiangyan, home of the giant pandas reserve.

Rock 'n' Roll Marathon in Chengdu, Sichuan on Saturday, Oct 28. [Photo: VCG]

Chinese runner Zhao Hao claimed the title in 2 hours 39 minutes and 42 seconds, while Mo Ziling became the first woman to finish the race.

"This marathon is different. When you are tired, a variety of bands on the roadside will inspire you, which is really unique," Zhao said.

Since 1998, the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series has made running fun by infusing the course with live bands, cheer teams, and creating a block-party atmosphere for runners and spectators.