The 2025 World Athletics Relays came to a thrilling close at the Tianhe Sports Center in Guangzhou on May 11.

Around 700 athletes worldwide deliver an exhilarating relay showcase in Guangzhou on May 10-11. [Photo by Zhong Zhenbin/Yangcheng Evening News]

Team China competed in six events, securing tickets to the 2025 World Athletics Championships, which is scheduled for Sept 13-21 in Tokyo, in the men's, women's, and mixed 4x100m, and the men's 4x400m relay.

They also broke national records in the men's and mixed 4x400m relays.

Liu Yinglan (left 2) and Zhang Qining (left 3) compete in the race. [Photo by Zhong Zhenbin/Yangcheng Evening News]

Sun Yunfu, director of the Athletics Management Center of the General Administration of Sport of China and vice chairman of the Chinese Athletics Association, praised the organization of the competition.

He commended the high level of event management, showcasing "Chinese quality" and "Guangzhou efficiency", leaving a positive impression on all participants and guests.

Team China's Mo Jiadie (left rear) is prepared to take the relay baton during the race. [Photo by Zhong Zhenbin/Yangcheng Evening News]

World Athletics president Sebastian Coe lauded the event, stating, "Guangzhou has done a terrific job here."

He highlighted Guangzhou as "a city that understands the importance of sport" and also expressed delight in being able to visit Guangzhou for the event.

Chen Jiapeng (right), who rose to fame at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games, sprints with all his might during the race. [Photo by Yang Zebin & Sun Junjie/Guangzhou Daily]

Nearly 40,000 spectators attended the competition over the two days, showcasing the enthusiasm and support for athletics in Guangzhou.

Around 40,000 spectators are drawn to the thrilling races. [Photo by Yang Zebin & Sun Junjie/Guangzhou Daily]