Báo Quảng Ninh – On the evening of November 16, at the Exhibition Center of Quang Ninh Province (Ha Long City), the official opening ceremony of the 2024 Halong Bay Heritage Marathon took place. The event attracted a large number of delegates and athletes who eagerly followed the ceremony.
During the opening ceremony, a representative from the Department of Culture and Sports highly praised the marathon, acknowledging its continuous improvements and growing impact on both domestic and international athletes.
10th Edition with 13,500 Domestic and International Runners
According to the Organizing Committee, this year’s race has a record number of participants, with approximately 13,500 runners, marking a 14% increase compared to 2023. Notably, more than 1,300 international runners from 55 countries are taking part. Participants will compete in the 5km, 10km, half marathon (21km), and full marathon (42.195km) distances.
The breathtaking course along the World Heritage site promises an unforgettable experience for runners. This marks the 10th edition of the event since its inception in 2014 in Vietnam. The marathon has significantly contributed to attracting both domestic and international tourists while promoting the image of Ha Long – Quang Ninh worldwide.
Earlier in the afternoon, before the opening ceremony, a large number of runners gathered to collect their race bibs and shirts, preparing for the marathon scheduled to take place on the morning of November 17.
The Halong Bay Heritage Marathon has been recognized by Runner’s World UK as one of the top 50 most beautiful racecourses in the world. Additionally, the race meets the standards of the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS).
Concluding the 24th AIMS World Congress
This year, the marathon is honored to be the closing event of the 24th AIMS World Congress, which is being held in Vietnam for the first time. This presents a significant opportunity to promote local tourism and elevate Ha Long – Quang Ninh’s position on the global marathon map, reinforcing Vietnam’s image as an attractive destination for both tourism and sports.
Source : Báo Quảng Ninh
