Techcombank Ho Chi Minh City International Marathon Highlights

The 5th Techcombank Ho Chi Minh City International Marathon attracted more than 25,000 visitors at the event and Marathon Village from December 9 to December 11; more than 12,000 athletes from 64 countries and regions, with the participation of 66 business groups and more than 30 clubs. With a track route running through 5 districts and ending at Empire City, Thu Duc city, this is one of the largest running races in the country, thereby contributing to attracting visitors to explore. and experience Ho Chi Minh City.

The Kids Run on the sidelines attracted nearly 800 children to participate in the distances of 1.5 km and 3 km, encouraging the future generation's spirit of love of sports and hard work. Nearly 70 businesses and more than 30 clubs attended the event, bringing a vibrant atmosphere.

This year, Techcombank Ho Chi Minh City International Marathon continues to be recognized in the national competition system and is a member of the International Marathon Association (AIMS). Members aged 40 and over earn points on the Wanda Abbott Marathon Major international age group ranking system.

Through running, athletes not only discover and freely express themselves, but also orient and train themselves to improve their health, mental endurance, perseverance, and overcome all difficulties.

Doan Thi Hien, the overall champion of the women's marathon age group, said that the race is an opportunity for runners to rub and compete. She also believes that Techcombank Ho Chi Minh City International Marathon will continue to create meaningful impacts on the community.

Quiamco Bryan, the overall age group champion in the men's marathon, said: "The race is safe and comfortable so runners can focus on performing to the best of their ability. I will be back in the following seasons."

Ms. Thai Minh Diem Tu - Director of Techcombank's Marketing Division said that Techcombank wants to develop a long-term vision for the race, turning this sporting event into an annual activity in Ho Chi Minh City.

"We want to accompany the organizers to bring the best experiences to runners. It is a journey of self-discovery with perseverance, efforts to excel and be more successful", Ms. Thai Minh said. Diem Tu shared.

At the awarding ceremony, Ms. Nguyen Thi Anh Hoa, Director of Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism, shared that the Techcombank Ho Chi Minh City International Marathon is an event that plays an important role in attracting foreign tourists as well as people from other provinces. another city. This is also a form of promoting Ho Chi Minh City tourism to domestic and international friends.

"The 5-year milestone is our commitment to strategic partners in continuing to develop the valuable beauty of culture, sport and tourism for the city and community. At the same time, positioning The race has become one of the largest and most reliable in the region," said Ms. Hoa.

Not only celebrating the "Outstanding 5-year milestone", the run also contributed to sharing and spreading the meaning of social charity activities. This season also offers life-changing opportunities for many people with donations to charities such as the Fund for the Poor; Association for Sponsoring Poor Patients; Support the program "Tet of Love - Spring Quy Mao 2023"; Sports Talent Sponsorship Fund; Vo Hong Son Center for Raising Disabled Children; City Athletics Federation as well as supporting community tourism activities in Ho Chi Minh City...