The events attracted the participation of 54 teams with more than 3,000 runners from departments, agencies, military units, localities, schools, and businesses in Quang Ninh province.

The runs were part of the activities to mark the 91st founding anniversary of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union (March 26, 1931 – 2022) and the 76th anniversary of the Vietnam Sports Day (March 27, 1946 – 2022). They were also to accelerate the implementation and the effectiveness of the movement “The whole people do exercise following President Ho Chi Minh’s example” in the 2021-2030 period.

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Troops of Naval Region 1 at the start

This year, Naval Region 1 sent 104 officers and youths of Brigades 147 and 170 to compete in the 1,000m event.

Through the events, the organizers expect to form a habit of doing exercise and playing sports among local people and armed forces, thus improving people’s  and troops’ heath to stay safe from COVID-19 and serve the national construction and defense cause. 

The organizing panel presented three first, six second, and six third, and four consolation prizes to outstanding participants in group run. Brigade 170 and Brigade 147 bagged a third and a consolation prize, respectively.

Translated by Tran Hoai