Runners excitedly check in and receive their BIBs before the opening ceremony of the Tien Phong Half Marathon 2025.
TPO - On the morning of December 13th, runners arrived early at the Van Phuc urban area (Ho Chi Minh City) to receive their BIBs, check the race course, etc., creating a colorful atmosphere for the first Tien Phong Half Marathon - 2025.
Báo Tiền Phong•13/12/2025
The Tien Phong Half Marathon offers runners the experience of a lush green route through the modern Van Phuc urban area (Ho Chi Minh City). With the message "Green Journey - Giving Trust, Receiving Happiness," each step is a connection with the community, spreading positive energy and inspiring a healthy lifestyle. At the expo area, a large number of runners arrived early to check in and get their hands on the impressive race kit for the Tien Phong Half Marathon 2025. Just 15 minutes after registration opened, all 2,000 spots for the Tien Phong Half Marathon 2025 were filled. This record number not only reflects the strong appeal of the rapidly spreading running movement in the community, but also affirms the position of the Tien Phong newspaper-branded race in the Vietnamese sports ecosystem. Nearly 20 runners from the Cau Trang Club are eagerly awaiting the competition day, as they participate in the 10-21km race.
Ms. Thuy (from Khanh Hoi ward) has been participating in running for over two years. She registered for the 21km distance and will also be participating in the Tien Phong Marathon in Nha Trang next March.
Many runners arrived very early at the expo area.
The Tien Phong Half Marathon 2025 includes three race distances: 21.1km, 10km, and 5km, for both male and female athletes. In the half marathon distance, runners will be divided into five age groups: 16-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60 years and older.
All 2,000 spots for the Tien Phong Half Marathon 2025 were filled within just 15 minutes of going on sale.
Taking place from December 12th to 14th, 2025 in Van Phuc urban area (Ho Chi Minh City), the Tien Phong Half Marathon aims to create a healthy playground, encourage an active lifestyle, improve health, and connect the running community across the country.
Many beautiful women are eager to showcase themselves on the Van Phuc green route.
Runners lined up in the BIB collection area, divided by distance (5km, 10km, 21km), and received their BIBs via QR code. The collection process was observed to be sequential, quick, and convenient.
Through its extensive media coverage, the competition also contributes to promoting the local image, introducing the unique cultural characteristics, people, and tourism of Ho Chi Minh City to international friends. This also marks the first time Tien Phong newspaper has organized a half marathon alongside the Tien Phong National Marathon and Long Distance Championship, which has been held for 66 seasons. Herbalife Vietnam is the diamond sponsor of the Tien Phong Half Marathon 2025.
Báo Tiền Phong•13/12/2025
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