CHENGDU, Oct. 27 (Xinhua) -- A total of 30,000 runners competed in Dongfeng Nissan Chengdu Marathon in Southwest China's Sichuan Province on Sunday as Ethiopian runners claim both the titles.

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In the men's race, Ethiopia runner Wondesen Feleke Zegeye won with a record-setting time of 2:09:52.

"Everything was perfect," said Zegeye, "Weather, facilities, people helped me to own my personal best time."

Yenenesh Tilahun Dinkesa claimed the title of women's race in 2:29:05.     "Chengdu is a beautiful city and is suitable for running. I came here for the victory and I am glad to accomplish the goal," she said.

Wheelchair racing has become a new addition to the 2019 race. Chinese Jin Hua, won the male wheelchair marathon, with a time of 1:28:11, and his compatriot Zhou Zhaoqian, won the female wheelchair marathon, with a time of 1:51:50.

It was announced five months ago that Chengdu Marathon became an official candidate race for the Abbott World Marathon Majors. The 2020 Chengdu Marathon will be staged on October 25.