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October, 25 2012 09:33:40

On your marks for Viet Nam end-to-end run challenge

The Viet Nam End to End Run would start on December 1 and run until January 8 next year, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has announced.

The 2,523km run along the east coast of Viet Nam will take athletes through 30 provinces and cities. Everyday, athletes will run an average of 85km to raise funds for the less fortunate in Viet Nam.

The event is being organised to celebrate the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Viet Nam and Australia. — VNS

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