Core Viewpoint - The China Athletics Association has announced a total of 492 marathon events planned for next year, categorized into A, B, and C classes, with 17 events scheduled in Fujian Province [1] Group 1: Event Details - The marathon season in Fujian will kick off with the Shishi Half Marathon on January 1, followed by the highly anticipated Xiamen Marathon on January 11 [1] - The 2026 Xiamen Marathon will feature a scale of 35,000 participants, starting and finishing at the Xiamen International Convention and Exhibition Center [1] - For the first time, the Xiamen Marathon will offer prize money to amateur runners, enhancing the competitive aspect of the event [1] Group 2: Event Organization - To improve performance, the starting time for the marathon has been moved to 7:10 AM, with an upgraded starting method from "six guns and ten zones" to "eight guns and seventeen zones" [1] - The first five starting guns will have a 5-minute interval, while the last three will have a 6-minute interval, ensuring a safer and more efficient start [1] Group 3: Seasonal Distribution - The marathon events in Fujian are concentrated at the beginning and end of the year, with December being the busiest month, featuring seven events including the Quanzhou Jinjiang Marathon and the Xiamen Huan Dong Half Marathon [1]