Mekong Delta Marathon to draw over 10,000 runners
VOV.VN - More than 10,000 local and foreign runners, including 2,000 children, are expected to join the sixth Mekong Delta Marathon which is due to take place in Hau Giang province on July 5 and July 6.
Runners will compete in 1.2km, 2.4km, 5km, 10km, 21km, and 42km races, Hau Giang province’s Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism said on June 10.
Beyond the races, a variety of activities will be held, including a tree planting festival, a photo exhibition highlighting culture, sports, and tourism, and an exhibition of books, calligraphy, and local tourism products. Additionally, a fair with 250 booths will offer One Commune One Product (OCOP) firms a platform to showcase their goods.
Organizers will also arrange tours for both domestic and international runners, allowing them to explore ecological sites and experience indigenous culture.
First held in 2019 with over 4,200 local and international participants, the tournament has seen significant growth, attracting 8,500 runners in 2022, 9,000 in 2023, and 10,800 in 2024. The event typically draws athletes from countries like Thailand, Japan, Singapore, and India.
Nearly 1,300 runners join in Quang Binh Discovery Marathon 2025
VOV.VN - The Quang Binh Discovery Marathon 2025 was held at the world natural heritage site of Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park in the central province of Quang Binh on March 9, drawing the participation of nearly 1,300 domestic and foreign athletes.
