People often say that Hanoi would no longer be Hanoi without autumn with its “yellow rice trees”, “red-leafed banyan trees”, “old streets and old houses”, “dark brown tiled roofs”… as musician Trinh Cong Son once wrote in Autumn in Hanoi. There is also Hanoi’s Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake, Thang Long Imperial Citadel, Tay Ho Palace… - famous structures and places that everyone remembers whenever mentioning the land of a thousand years of civilization.
Experiencing a poetic Hanoi that is also rich in cultural and historical values is what Hanoi Marathon Techcombank wishes to bring to athletes at the race taking place from September 23 to September 25.
The road bears the cultural imprint of the capital
After delays due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Techcombank Hanoi Marathon will officially kick off this fall. The highlight of the race is the route dubbed “the most beautiful in Hanoi” passing through 5 districts: Hoan Kiem, Ba Dinh, Tay Ho, Dong Anh and Long Bien.
From the starting line at Hoan Kiem Lake (with a marathon distance of 42.2 km and a half marathon distance of 21.1 km), athletes can enjoy the poetic scenery with Ngoc Son Temple, The Huc Bridge and Pen Tower before moving through famous landmarks such as the Opera House, Hanoi Old Quarter, Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum...
The half marathon distance will take athletes through the poetic Phan Dinh Phung street, step onto the ancient Long Bien bridge before running along the banks of the Duong river. Sharing the same starting and finishing points, the marathon distances take athletes across the vast West Lake, step onto the modern Nhat Tan bridge, cross the left dike of the Red River and finish at Vincom Long Bien with their teammates. Throughout the journey are unique running terrains, architectural works, famous scenic spots, promising to bring a "one-of-a-kind" experience.
With 4 almost different distances, athletes are free to choose the running route that suits their physical condition and interests, explore the capital, overcome their own limits to mark a journey full of experiences. The Techcombank Hanoi Marathon also has a KIDS race for young athletes from 5 to 14 years old.
Route map for 4 distances at Hanoi Marathon Techcombank.
In particular, the cultural running route of Techcombank Hanoi Marathon was certified to meet international standards by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS) on August 11. To obtain this certification, the running route must ensure accuracy and safety at all distances, and be personally measured, approved and certified by an AIMS representative.
According to the agreement between AIMS and World Athletics (WA) - the predecessor of IAAF, once certified by AIMS, the course is also recognized as meeting WA standards. This standard is recognized for 5 years or until any changes occur to the race course before that time.
This means that athletes can use their achievements in the Techcombank Hanoi Marathon as a criterion to register for larger marathons, even held abroad such as the Boston Marathon, Chicago Marathon or New York City Marathon. This is one of the factors that helps the race attract a large number of professional athletes to register.
Spread the message "Outstanding mark"
Spreading the message “Outstanding mark”, Hanoi Marathon Techcombank wishes to convey the spirit of solidarity, together overcoming challenges to conquer all limits, for a Vietnam that excels every day.
This is not the first time Techcombank has accompanied major marathon events across the country. In 2017, the bank was the main sponsor of the first Techcombank Ho Chi Minh City International Marathon. After 5 years, the event has become the largest and highest quality running tournament in Vietnam. Recently, the 2021 season was a success beyond expectations with more than 13,000 athletes participating - a significant increase compared to 5,000 in 2017.
Techcombank Ho Chi Minh City International Marathon 2021 attracted more than 13,000 athletes.
Inheriting and promoting that foundation, the bank joined hands with Sunrise Event Vietnam to organize the Techcombank Hanoi Marathon. As a strategic sponsor, Techcombank once again affirmed its mission of promoting and leading the community towards a healthy and wholesome lifestyle, thereby promoting the power of solidarity, together overcoming challenges, conquering all limits to gradually create a brighter future for Vietnam.
