On the same day, the women's 20km race walk competition in track and field at the Paris Olympics was held in Paris, France.
Spectators watch the game on the side of the road on August 1. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Song Yanhua
China's Ma Zhenxia (front left, third from left) in the game on August 1. She ended up in 11th place. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Song Yanhua
On August 1, competitors pass the Eiffel Tower during the race. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Song Yanhua
On August 1, the audience cheered on the contestants on the sidelines. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Song Yanhua
On August 1, Japan's Nanako Fujii competed. She ended up in 32nd place. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Song Yanhua
On August 1st, the contestants set off for the race. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Song Yanhua
China's Ma Zhenxia (left) sprints during a race on August 1. She ended up in 11th place. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Song Yanhua
On August 1, Spain's Perez sprinted during the race. She finished second place. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Song Yanhua