Marathon

The organising committee introduce the first international VTV LPBank Marathon 2024 during a recent press conference. The race will be held on October 19 in Hải Phòng City's Cát Bà Islands. Photo of organisers

HẢI PHÒNG — The first international VTV LPBank Marathon 2024 will be held on October 19 in Hải Phòng City's Cát Bà Islands.

Runners will take part in three distances of 5km, 10km and 21km on unique routes designed to help them discover the wild beauty and charm of the islands, while taking part in the races. 

At the event, they will also immerse themselves in a world of music, while afterwards enjoying a beer at a colourful festival.

A huge bonus of VNĐ500 million (US$20,000) in cash and gifts is available for the highest-ranking finishers.

The organising committee hope this will be an opportunity for the running community to show their awareness of protecting the natural environment of Cát Bà, a UNESCO world heritage site.

Each runner would be an ambassador to promote the image of Cát Bà to local and international friends. 

An overview of Cát Bà Islands where VTV LPBank marathoners will run through natural beauty. Photo catba.net.vn

“By sponsoring the marathon, LPBank wishes to encourage the people to participate in sports activities, improve health and quality of life; create a healthy playground where everyone shares their passion for sports; promote the beauty of Cát Bà Islands," said Hoàng Văn Phúc, deputy general director of LPBank.

The marathon is jointly organised by the Việt Nam Television, Hải Phòng's People's Committee and Thành An Media. VNS