Registration is now open for four race categories: 5km, 10km, 21km, and 42km. Registrations will be accepted in multiple phases: Super Early Bird (February 19-March 4), Early Bird (March 5-June 30), Standard (July 1-August 27) and Late (August 28-September 30).
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Runners compete in the Standard Chartered Hanoi Heritage Marathon last year. (Photos courtesy of organizers) |
Additionally, there will be a short one to two kilometer kids' dash, designed for children aged 5-8. Registration for this category will open on International Children's Day, aiming to promote physical activity among young children and provide them with the opportunity to participate in an international-class running event right here in Vietnam.
The marathon will also host various exhibitions, community exchanges and artistic performances over the three days from November 7 to 9. These are intended to enrich the experience for athletes and the community, beyond the race itself, showcasing the diverse and culturally iconic elements of the capital which boasts thousand of years of civilization.
CEO of Standard Chartered Bank Vietnam, the main sponsor of the race, Nguyen Thuy Hanh said: "The first season of the Standard Chartered Hanoi Heritage Marathon attracted tens of thousands of athletes from 55 countries, affirming that this is not just a sports and entertainment event, but a symbol of solidarity, determination and the historical culture of Hanoi.
"As the main sponsor, Standard Chartered is committed to continuing our support and transforming the Standard Chartered Hanoi Heritage Marathon into a premier international event for Vietnam, aiming to attract numerous athletes from around the globe while promoting the sustainable values and social responsibility that Standard Chartered has upheld for over 120 years in Vietnam."
The Standard Chartered Hanoi Heritage Marathon is an official race of Hanoi city, a member of the Vietnam Athletics Federation and the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS). The race features a unique route, certified by AIMS A-class experts, that passes by famous heritage sites and landmarks, including Hoan Kiem Lake, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and is raced through the Old Quarter.
For the 2025 season, the organizers aim to enhance the participant experience with a new running route, while continuing to focus on sustainable development, offering improvements to the organization and expand community-oriented activities, all with a view to establishing Hanoi as a leading marathon destination in Southeast Asia.
Source: VNA