Beijing Half Marathon Controversy: Investigation Underway After Suspicious Finish

Chinese runner He Jie's victory is under scrutiny as video evidence suggests competitors may have deliberately allowed him to win.

A video from the Beijing Half Marathon shows He Jie being gestured to pass by African competitors near the finish line, raising questions about the race's integrity.
Initial claims by runner Willy Mnangat that the race was non-competitive and they were acting as pacemakers conflict with their official status as competitors.
Race organizers have launched an investigation into the incident, promising to release findings publicly.
Public and experts express skepticism about the 'pacemaker' explanation, suspecting possible incentives for the African runners to let He win.
This incident adds to a history of controversies in Chinese marathons, including past penalties for cheating at other major events.