The Guiyang International Half Marathon kicked off at its Olympic Sports Center on Sunday, attracting more than 10,000 people from 23 countries and regions to take part.

The champion Chemosin Robert Kwemoi from Kenya crosses the finish line.(Photo/China Daily Guizhou Office)

Chemosin Robert Kwemoi, an athlete from Kenya, and Debele Worknesh Degefa from Ethiopia won the men's and women's title in 1:02:24 and 1:11:41, respectively.

Athletes are ready for the competition. (Photo/China Daily Guizhou Office)

"Guiyang's climate is suitable for marathons and I'm very satisfied with my performance today. I will participate in Guiyang's marathon again next year," said Kwemoi.