Investigation launched into questionable victory of Chinese athlete in Beijing half marathon
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Beijing half marathon organisers are investigating after footage went viral online showing three African runners apparently allowing China’s He Jie to win the race. The incident has sparked criticism online, with some calling it embarrassing and questioning sportsmanship. The Beijing Sports Bureau and the Beijing Sports Competition Management and International Exchange Center have both launched investigations into the incident. In 2018, a half-marathon in Shenzhen saw 258 runners caught cheating by taking shortcuts during the race. In another case in 2019, a woman was filmed riding a green rental bike during the Xuzhou International Marathon and was told by race officials to dismount, only to get back on the bike later. The investigations by event organisers and sports authorities will likely shed light on the motives behind the actions of the African runners and determine if any rules were violated during the race. The outcome of the investigations into the incident will be closely watched by the running community in China and beyond to ensure transparency and fairness in future races.
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