On May 20, 550 contestants worldwide gathered to run in Pingtan. The organizer of the 2018 'Taikuk Plaza Cup' Half Marathon made great efforts to offer opportunities for the racers to enjoy the running. Many lovers ran for their true loves, reaching the finish line hand in hand, and even bent the knee to propose to their lovers. The race contains two events, the half marathon for over 21 kilometres and the healthy running for 5 kilometres, having attracted many racers to attend from different cities. (The runners / Photo: Weng Wucai / Author: Lin Binbin / Translator: Wang Kui)

The marathon started from Taikuk Plaza at eight o'clock in the morning with the gunshot fired by the starter. The enjoyment of racing was soon demonstrated on the runners' faces. (The race starts with the gunshot / Photo: Weng Wucai / Author: Lin Binbin / Translator: Wang Kui)

Xiao Zufeng was the first runner reaching the finish line and having participated in more than thirty competitions. He got really excited after completing the race. The crews awarded the racers to prove their bravery and persistence. (Xiao Zufeng, the champion of Pingtan Half Marathon / Photo: Weng Wucai / Author: Lin Binbin / Translator: Wang Kui)

Xiao introduced his opinion of racing, "Runners shall accelerate the paces gradually to maintain energy, especially in hot days." To him, safety comes the first. (The runners in the Pingtan Half Marathon / Photo: Weng Wucai / Author: Lin Binbin / Translator: Wang Kui)

The Taikuk Marathon is not just a sports event, but also a chance for residents to keep fit. Racers took selfies at the finish line to treasure the memory. (Photo / Weng Wucai / Author: Lin Binbin / Translator: Wang Kui)

Large numbers of lovers ran on May 20 on Pingtan Island hand in hand to celebrate their eternal love. On the spot, a No.520 contestant Han Feng presented a bouquet and proposed to his girlfriend after finishing the competition. He was shy to express his real thoughts in the past, but he managed to make the meaningful proposal then. (Han proposed to his girlfriend / Photo: Weng Wucai / Author: Lin Binbin / Translator: Wang Kui)

Life is just like the completion of a marathon, according to Han Feng. He wished their eternal love would enjoy the same support and encouragement mutually as the racing. (Han and his wife hugged firmly / Photo: Weng Wucai / Author: Lin Binbin / Translator: Wang Kui)

Pingtan, an island with exuberant beauties, is a best tourist attraction for all of you. The golden beaches, exciting water sports and competitions waiting for you deserve to be into your consideration. It's the international tourist island for worldwide youths. (Tannan Bay of Pingtan Island / Photo: Ptnet.cn / Author: Lin Binbin / Translator: Wang Kui)