Emotional marathon on Hue land

Three days after Hue’s VnExpress Marathon, thousands of athletes still discussed and shared their feelings on major social networks and forums such as Facebook, Instagram. Most runners think that the experience in Hue is special, different and leaves many emotions in the races they have participated in.

Hue’s largest marathon playground so far not only attracts runners in Thua Thien Hue province, but also receives the attention of runners nationwide. Many agencies, newspapers are also available to report the run. The representative of the organizers said that if the international routes were not restricted because of Covid-19, the race could welcome hundreds more foreign athletes.

“Foreign runners have registered to join VnExpress Marathon Hue half a year ago and are always waiting for the translation to be well controlled to be able to come to Vietnam to compete. However, because Covid-19 in your countries is still complicated, They made an appointment with Vietnam, “said the representative of the organizers.

On December 27, Hue – a city famous for its poetic, quiet and somewhat quiet lifestyle – suddenly became vibrant, hustle, different from every day. The groups of people eagerly kicked in before the starting line. Each of the top runner chats, hands shaking faces when reuniting. Including those who first knew each other but thought they were familiar for a long time thanks to the same passion for running.

Over five hours and 30 minutes, nearly 5,000 people cried, laughed and admired the ancient ruins on the most beautiful running tracks in the ancient capital. Along the arterial roads of Hue city such as Le Duan, Tran Hung Dao, Le Loi, Doan Thi Diem, Dang Thai Than … people kept screaming and cheering for the runner. Green shirts with the words “Huong Sac Street”, boys wearing five-body shirts, girls wearing ao dai and a series of funny and unique outfits … contribute to the race to add color and creativity. and variety.

In addition to the scale, VnExpress Marathon Hue also attracts many objects and ages. Hundreds of children from 5 to 12 years old bravely register a distance of 5 km and 10 km. On the 21 km, 42 km road, there are countless “old men”, elderly people, business owners, leaders of provinces and cities … Not only the footsteps to run the movement, the race also attracts National team athletes, semi-professional athletes, elite or singers, actors …

Runner Hoang Anh (Quang Binh) said he was thrilled to be cheered by unknown people. When she has about 2 km to her destination, her legs will be stiff, it hurts to walk, let alone jog. “A lot of people told me to try, shouting for my Bib number. I really wanted to cry because I’m grateful,” said the female runner.

Similarly, Mr. Tuan Anh (Ho Chi Minh City) did not forget the friendliness of the people of Hue when he ran the Van Xuan – Nguyen Phuc Nguyen – Van Thanh route … Waving arms and chants as support for him. Challenging 42km journey. “I love the scenery, the people of Hue, I hope that next year and many more years I will continue to stick with the ancient capital race”, Tuan Anh said.

According to the organizers, there was a lot of nice action during the race. The top runner help each other when having problems. The boys and girls are ready to stop the journey to help a runner with stomach bleeding; there is a athlete whose foot is derailed, the injury still does not give up, striving step by step to the final point; or the person who reached the finish line before lingering to support the first-met “co-run” … All distances have been shortened, the relationship between people and people has been strengthened thanks to the marathon …

Runner Nguyen Khanh Ly (Quang Nam) said happily when he conquered a distance of 21 km under two hours in the “sweet” race ending in 2020. “Running in Hue, the city I always love, running with the Perfume River. With the morning mist, passing through Kim Long garden, the grandparents cut oranges and guava, they presented a plate of ‘refresher’ for the whole group was running vigorously, without having to eat, the tray was mobilized to knock wine in the old neighborhood. The race was so hard and tired, I remember all the cute things “, Ly wrote on her personal page.

Thousands of athletes who finished the race turned to photography, media, event teams, volunteers … to shake hands and thank the organizers for the organizers’ efforts to connect the running community. The acknowledgment, beautiful action of the runner makes the program makers happy and happy.

Mr. Ngo Manh Cuong – General Director of FPT Online Services Joint Stock Company, Deputy Head of VNExpress Marathon Hue 2020 Organizing Committee – thanked the leaders of Thua Thien Hue province, the runners, volunteers, pacer, donors … contribute to a successful interpretation.

“We always want to bring quality, safe tournaments and connect the running community. The joy and smiles of runners are also the success of the organizers and the tournament. VnExpress Marathon hopes to continue.” custom brings many new and unique experiences for the runner in the following seasons at the most discoverable and attractive roads “, added Mr. Ngo Manh Cuong.

Thi Quan