The VnExpress Marathon Online - Powered by Herbalife has attracted over 2,500 participants in its first week, aiming to help runners train for the VM Libera Nha Trang 2025.
The expo for Khanh Hoa's largest marathon, spanning 4,000 m2 – the largest ever – is situated within a 44-hectare coastal urban area and will open to runners from 22/8.
Khanh Hoa, home to Nha Trang, boasts high-end hotels and resorts, diverse cultural, entertainment, and sporting events, making it a tourism highlight, according to Travel and Tour World.
After his loss at the VnExpress Marathon Da Nang, Kenyan runner Edwin Kiptoo admitted he's facing performance challenges but asserted he's not ready to stop.
The vibrant atmosphere on the course and at the finish line led runners from Russia, the US, and other countries to compare the VnExpress Marathon Da Nang to a music and sports festival.
Known for its beaches, Nha Trang is becoming a prime destination for runners, offering excellent training routes, relaxing resorts, and rich cultural experiences.
Yen Thu's unfortunate withdrawal in the final meters due to exhaustion, while Edwin Kiptoo and Nguyen Van Long also faltered in their championship bids.
The 22-year-old runner broke away at kilometer 16, soloed over the Thuan Phuoc bridge, and won the VnExpress Marathon Danang 42km race in 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Singer and actress Ai Phuong believes that running is the most effective way to relieve stress, regenerate energy, and balance her artistic work with her life.
Tourists from Russia, Jamaica, France, and other countries express their love for Da Nang and anticipation for the VnExpress Marathon starting on 20/7.
