In the golden October, the 18th Xuanzang Road Gobi Challenge was grandly held in Guazhou. Against the backdrop of two annual races, the brave warriors of Tongji EMBA's "Gobi 18" team once again embarked on their desert journey, fighting for glory.


Tongji EMBA's "Gobi 18" team demonstrated the power of unity, unwavering perseverance, and indomitable fighting spirit at the 18th Xuanzang Road Gobi Challenge. After four grueling days and three nights on the desert, all team members completed the race safely and successfully, earning the "Outstanding Performance Award" and the "Shackleton Team Award." This is their honor—and the pride of all Tongji people!

On the vast Gobi Desert, the Tongji "Gobi 18" team stood united, working in perfect harmony and mutual support. With extraordinary willpower and flawless teamwork, they conquered the challenges posed by the harsh wilderness. Their sweat wrote a new chapter for Tongji "Gobi 18," their footsteps measured history, and their efforts ignited the flame of the Tongji spirit, bringing fresh pride and glory.















Here, we extend our deepest gratitude to all who supported the Tongji EMBA Gobi XVIII Team:
• To the university leadership for your steadfast backing of the Tongji EMBA Gobi Friends Association;
• To our sponsors for fueling this Gobi journey;
• To the coaches, support crew, and ambassador team for being our safeguard;
• To the A-team members for your relentless拼搏(pursuit of excellence);
• To the B-team for embodying resilience;
• To the C-team and cheer squads for your rallying cries;
• To every contributor who made Tongji's Gobi XVIII possible.
Your encouragement became the wind at our backs through the desert trials. Each act of support formed the strongest pillar for "Tongji EMBA Gobi Warriors", composing the most breathtaking landscape on the Gobi.








The Tongji EMBA Gobi Team firmly believes that every challenge makes them stronger. With even greater determination and courage, they will embrace each new trial ahead. Winning the Outstanding Performance Award and the Shackleton Award stands as the highest recognition of their relentless efforts—and a testament to every team member’s unwavering perseverance.

Tongji EMBA Gobi Club will continue striving forward, embracing every future challenge with even greater passion and stronger resolve. Once again, we extend our deepest gratitude to all who supported the "Gobi 18" team. Together, let us anticipate more glorious moments yet to come in the days ahead!
Farewell, Gobi 18!
Go Gobi 19! Go! Go! Go!




Tongji EMBA Gobi Desert Challenge 2024 Participant List
【A Team】
Zou Tao, Chen Guowei, Ma Jie, Zhang Xia,
Xu Shenyan, Jin Xin, Wang Wei, He Hailei
【B Team】
Duan Yongxu, Jiang Kun, Jiang Xuezhu, Zhao Zhongya,
Cai Wenzhen, Yuan Binbin, Wang Chen
【C Team】
Sun Lin, Dong Jinming, Xu Weicheng, Xiao Rui,
Zhang Yue, Wang Qinyun, Wang Naimin, Zhang Jing,
Di Shujing, Qian Minhui, Zha Congye, Yu Jia,
Zhou Jianfeng, Qian Chenyu
【D Team】
Cheng Guoping (School Leadership)
Zhang Lijun (Team Leader)
Tang Kun (Team Assistant)
Gong Huijuan (Team Assistant)
Dong Zhaoxia (Team Coach)
【Goodwill Ambassador】
Tong Lin
【Support Crew】
Wang Yiming, Wang Min, Wu Ruixiang, Zhang Xinling,
Zhu Haofeng, Qian Yuping, Zhu Yixuan, Zhu Weifeng,
Zhu Yijun, Wang Yuanqiu, Dong Qianrui, Hu Qiuxiang,
Xu Tianrui, Chen Lin
