The race was a resounding success in terms of its professional standards.
The VPBank Hanoi International Marathon 2025 will bring together 11,000 athletes from 25 countries and territories.
Starting at 1:30 AM on October 26th, athletes in the 42km, 21km, 10km, and 5km races began their races along an iconic route in Hanoi . With an outdoor temperature of around 20 degrees Celsius and dry weather – ideal for a marathon – 11,000 runners had the opportunity to admire more than 30 landmarks in Hanoi along the AIMS-certified route.
Huynh Anh Khoi (left) and Nguyen Van Lai compete against each other on the track at the VPBank Hanoi International Marathon 2025.
Ultimately, Huynh Anh Khoi was the more outstanding performer and took first place.
In the 42km race, athlete Huynh Anh Khoi excellently finished first with a time of 2 hours 25 minutes and 15 seconds, surpassing veteran Nguyen Van Lai - who came second with a time of 2 hours 26 minutes and 12 seconds. The runner, born in 2003, could not hide his emotion as he broke his own personal best - since he started running marathons two years ago.
Hong Le finished first in the 42km race.
In the women's event, "iron rose" Pham Thi Hong Le finished first in the marathon with a time of 2 hours 53 minutes and 57 seconds, while Doan Thi Oanh came second with a time of 2 hours 55 minutes and 25 seconds.
The 21km half-marathon saw an impressive sprint from Japanese runner Makino Saeki, who finished first with a time of 1 hour 13 minutes and 02 seconds. Vietnamese track and field athlete Nguyen Khanh Ly took first place in the women's event with a time of 1 hour 25 minutes and 07 seconds. The remaining positions in the top 5 were occupied by experienced runners from major domestic and international clubs, resulting in dramatic chases along the course.
The VPBank Hanoi International Marathon 2025 achieved outstanding success in terms of athlete performance.
Besides the professional and semi-professional athletes who achieved impressive results, thousands of amateur athletes also finished the race in a vibrant atmosphere, showcasing the quality of organization and meticulous preparation of the event. This year's race was considered both challenging and visually stunning, clearly recreating the "spirit" of Hanoi - a place where the ancient intertwine with the modern, where the rhythm of city life becomes the emotional material for every step.
The athletes got to experience a route that passed through iconic landmarks in Hanoi.
The competitive atmosphere was further enhanced by a system of nearly 30 water stations, cheering stations, and medical facilities along the route, along with a team of nearly 1,000 professional volunteers. Athletes were pleased with the organizers' professionalism in integrating high technology, synchronizing performance data and personal photos immediately after the finish line, helping runners preserve their personal experience completely.
The Capital's Sports, Culture, and Tourism Festival
Beyond a sporting event, the series of events at the VPBank Hanoi International Marathon 2025 helps Hanoi project the image of a modern, innovative city that still retains its rich traditional identity.
The race turned into a festival in the capital with a series of exciting activities.
Throughout the three days of the event (October 24-26), the Ho Guom area and pedestrian streets transformed into a "marathon village" in the heart of the capital, attracting over 50,000 visitors who came to explore, experience, and cheer. Activities such as the Marathon Expo, bib distribution, brand display area, check-in zone, and the VPBank Prime Night music festival enlivened the weekend atmosphere, turning the race into a true festival.
Speaking at the event, Mr. Pham Xuan Tai, Deputy Director of the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports, assessed: "Attracting athletes from 25 countries shows the growing appeal of Hanoi on the international sports map. More importantly, the tournament has contributed to stimulating tourism and creating a clear mark in the city's sustainable development strategy for culture, sports, and tourism."
Beyond the professional aspects and cultural significance, this year's race continues its commitment to the "Planting Bamboo for Flood Control" community initiative. Nearly 7,000 finisher bibs were affixed to the "Tree of Prosperity" model, representing over 200 million VND contributed by the organizers to the bamboo planting fund in Nghe An province. This is how the VPBank Hanoi International Marathon connects runners' spirit of sharing with community responsibility.
Ms. Le Thi Hoang Yen, Deputy Director of the Department of Physical Education and Sports, highly praised the VPBank Hanoi International Marathon's organizational model, noting that it creates a strong ripple effect in promoting the spirit of sports while making a positive contribution to the community. "This is a direction consistent with the vision of developing green and sustainable sports, and at the same time contributes to promoting grassroots sports – an essential element for elevating high-performance sports."
VPBank creates sustainable value from physical well-being to community development.
Not only is VPBank a pioneer in digital transformation and retail finance, but it also makes its mark by leading the way in creating sustainable living values for the community.
VPBank has organized 18 running events nationwide, attracting more than 100,000 participants.
Ms. Nguyen Thuy Duong, Director of Communications and Marketing at VPBank, shared: "We believe that prosperity is not just about finances, but about harmony between physical, mental, and community well-being. This race is a way for VPBank to further motivate the community to live healthier, more positive, and more connected lives."
The 2025 season marks the sixth consecutive year that VPBank has partnered with the VPBank Hanoi International Marathon, and the 18th time the race has been organized by VPBank – with over 100,000 athletes participating. Staying true to its mission "For a prosperous Vietnam," VPBank demonstrates consistency in its choice to support community-building sports activities, spreading the spirit of "physical prosperity" that the bank always strives for.
Source: https://thanhnien.vn/vpbank-hanoi-international-marathon-2025-giai-chay-lan-toa-tinh-than-song-khoe-song-thinh-vuong-18525102613183008.htm
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