An Giang: Top sports tourism destination of Phu Quoc island

BIM Group IRONMAN 70.3 Phu Quoc 2025 event week brings together thousands of domestic and international athletes, continuing to affirm the tournament as the leading endurance sports playground in the region...

On November 3, the Department of Culture and Sports of An Giang announced that the BIM Group IRONMAN 70.3 Phu Quoc 2025 event week will take place from November 14 to 16, at Phu Quoc Marina Resort - Entertainment Complex, located in the poetic Truong Beach of Phu Quoc pearl island.

BIM Group IRONMAN 70.3 Phu Quoc 2025 will officially take place from November 14 to 16 at Phu Quoc Marina Complex, expected to gather thousands of domestic and international athletes. Photo by Nguyen Minh.

After two successful and impressive seasons, the BIM Group IRONMAN 70.3 Phu Quoc 2025 promises not only to improve the quality of organization but also to contribute to promoting the image of the pearl island to the world ; at the same time, spreading the value of sustainable tourism and inspiring the benefits of sports training for the athlete community and tourists.

The event affirmed Phu Quoc's position as a typical sports and tourism destination in Southeast Asia, where beautiful natural landscapes, modern infrastructure and international competition experiences converge. Photo by Nguyen Minh.

According to Deputy Director of the Department of Culture and Sports of An Giang province Tran Nguyen Ba, BIM Group IRONMAN 70.3 Phu Quoc 2025 is not only an international sporting event, but also an important opportunity to promote the local image, promote economic and tourism development and affirm the position of Phu Quoc - An Giang on the regional map.

For the tournament to be successful, the People's Committee of An Giang province has directed relevant departments, branches, sectors and localities to proactively develop plans and closely coordinate in logistics, security, traffic and medical plans to ensure the event takes place thoughtfully, safely and on schedule, successfully...

This is also where each athlete is challenged to reach “Best In Me”. Photo by Nguyen Minh.

“The government is committed to accompanying and supporting the tournament to ensure its success, safety and professionalism. With a long-term vision, we hope the tournament will become an annual event, contributing to making Phu Quoc a leading international destination for sports, tourism and events,” said Mr. Tran Nguyen Ba.

BIM Group IRONMAN 70.3 Phu Quoc is not just a simple sporting event, but also an important link in the strategy of building the pearl island into an international destination for culture, sports and tourism. Photo by Nguyen Minh.

Mr. Doan Quoc Huy - Chairman and General Director of BIM Group said that, in the role of strategic sponsor of the tournament, the unit has accompanied the relevant units for 3 consecutive years to successfully organize the BIM Group IRONMAN 70.3 Phu Quoc event. This companionship not only brings favorable conditions for athletes and spectators to participate, but also shows the image of an integrated and international Phu Quoc, as a typical sports - tourism destination in the region.

This year, IRONMAN 70.3 Phu Quoc is a special milestone - not only contributing to marking the 10-year journey of IRONMAN in Vietnam, but also affirming BIM Group's consistent vision in developing sustainable destinations.

Athletes on the track. Photo by Nguyen Minh.

“For BIM Group, sports are not just a race, but a catalyst to promote local economy and tourism, spread healthy lifestyles and connect the community. Through the BIM Group IRONMAN 70.3 Phu Quoc 2025, BIM Group affirms its strategy of developing Phu Quoc Marina into a destination that converges international events, where sports connect with tourism, culture and community; at the same time, it is also a testament to Bim Group's efforts to contribute to making Phu Quoc a leading destination in Southeast Asia, enhancing Vietnam's position on the global sports and tourism map,” Mr. Doan Quoc Huy emphasized.

Hosting the tournament contributes to consolidating Phu Quoc's position on the global event map, while affirming its ability to host large-scale events, realizing the orientation of "Elevating Phu Quoc" in the next decade. Photo by Nguyen Minh.

General Director of Sunrise Events Vietnam ( exclusive licensee of World Triathlon Corporation for IRONMAN 70.3, 5150 Triathlon Series and IRONKIDS events in Vietnam) Rob Zamacona confirm, Following the success of previous seasons, BIM Group IRONMAN 70.3 Phu Quoc 2025 is not only an opportunity for athletes to conquer personal challenges, but also an opportunity for the community to connect and spread the spirit of "Anything is Possible".

The beautiful roads in Phu Quoc are a plus for the organizers to decide to bring IRONMAN 70.3 to the pearl island. Photo by Nguyen Minh.

“We appreciate the close coordination from the local government and the strategic support of BIM Group in all stages of organization - from infrastructure, logistics to healthcare and support services. With these foundations, Phu Quoc is increasingly affirming its position as an ideal destination for sea and island sports tourism and has the potential to become a leading center for organizing international sports events in the region,” said Mr. Rob Zamacona.

Previous BIM Group IRONMAN 70.3 Phu Quoc events have attracted about 5,000 athletes, friends, and relatives to the pearl island to compete and cheer on the competition. Photo by Nguyen Minh.

The event week also includes many exciting activities such as SUNRISE SPRINT Vietnam, IRONKIDS Phu Quoc and the Newborns Run Out community run... promising to bring a complete sports - tourism experience for athletes and their families...

Through the BIM Group IRONMAN 70.3 Phu Quoc 2025, BIM Group affirms its strategy of developing Phu Quoc Marina into a destination that converges international events, where sports connect with tourism, culture and community; at the same time, it is also a testament to Bim Group's efforts in contributing to making Phu Quoc a leading destination in Southeast Asia, enhancing Vietnam's position on the global sports and tourism map. Photo by Nguyen Minh.

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Source: https://bvhttdl.gov.vn/an-giang-diem-den-du-lich-the-thao-hang-dau-cua-dao-ngoc-phu-quoc-20251104085156153.htm