Passion Marathon, Vibrant Yuegong People—Yuegong Holding Group Sends a Delegation to the 2018 Shaoxing International Marathon
Release Date:
2018-11-27 16:06
2018 The Shaoxing International Marathon (commonly known as “Yue Ma”) kicked off at 7:30 a.m. on November 25, with the starting gun fired at the east gate of the Shaoxing Olympic Sports Center.
According to reports, this year’s Shaoxing International Marathon has expanded its field from 15,000 participants last year to 22,000, including 6,000 in the full marathon, 8,000 in the half marathon, and 8,000 in the mini marathon. The number of registered runners has grown from 27 countries and regions last year to 52 this year, with participants hailing from the United States, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Japan, and more, spanning all five continents. The event features three race distances: a 42.195-kilometer full marathon, a 21.0975-kilometer half marathon, and a 6.5-kilometer mini marathon.
At this year’s “Yue Marathon,” thanks to the strong support and encouragement of the leadership of Yuegong Holding Group, a large number of employees and their family members across Zhejiang Province enthusiastically signed up for the event. Ultimately, 14 employees and 9 family members secured their spots in the race. Together, they formed the “Yuegong Running Team,” showcasing the passionate and spirited demeanor of the Yuegong community. The team included 10 employees and 9 family members competing in the mini‑marathon, as well as 2 employees each in the half‑marathon and full‑marathon categories, with participants spanning a broad range of ages from midlife to young adulthood.
After the starting gun, members of the “Yuegong Running Group” strode forward with vibrant energy and unwavering determination, surmounting challenges and pushing beyond their limits to finish the entire course. Notably, Ai Shenghui, General Manager of the multi‑storey car park, completed the full marathon in 3 hours, 47 minutes, and 49 seconds, earning direct entry into next year’s full marathon. Among the women, there are indeed heroes—her spirit is every bit as bold as that of the men! Even Group Vice President Tang Genmei, despite having her phone screen shattered during the race, pressed on undeterred, charging straight toward the finish line; meanwhile, Lu Boqin, Head of the Group Finance Department, ran the entire course, drenched in sweat. 21.0975 Kilometer half marathon 。
Although the “Yue Ma” race has already come to a close, participants still feel it wasn’t enough; all competitors agreed they thoroughly enjoyed the experience—suffering yet joyful. Many employee runners in the mini‑marathon category expressed their intention to take on next year’s half‑marathon.
Participation in the “Yue Ma” event is perfectly aligned with the Yue Palace. Upholding the corporate culture values of “passion, magnanimity, harmony, meticulousness, collaboration, and proactiveness” is not only a way to enrich employees’ cultural, sports, and recreational activities, but also a manifestation of Yuegong’s heartfelt care for every member of its team!
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