Athletes compete in the Manulife Da Nang International Marathon 2023. (Photo: VNA)
Da Nang (VNA) – Vietnamese runners on August 6 won a lot of titles atthe Manulife Da Nang International Marathon 2023 held in the central city of DaNang.
The tournament attracted nearly 9,000 athletes, includingnearly 1,500 foreigners from 50 countries and territories, along with roughly800 children joining in the 1.5km race.
In the men's 42km full marathon, Ethiopian athlete TakeleEbisa won the first prize with a time of 2 hours 26 minutes 11 seconds,breaking the old record of 2 hours 32 minutes 16 seconds held by a Japaneseathlete. Kenya’s Kipsang Charles Kipkorir and Vietnam’s Tran Duy Quang got thesecond and third prizes, respectively.
In the women's 42km full marathon, Ethiopia’s Birehan MartaTinsae came first with 2 hours 58 minutes and 26 seconds, followed by Vietnam’sDuong Thi Khanh and Japan’s Uchino Satomi.
In the men's 21km half marathon, all of the three highest prizes were grabbed by Vietnamese athletes. Pham Tien San finishedfirst with 1 hour 17 minutes 14 seconds. He was followed by Le Van Thanh andTrinh Minh Tam.
Meanwhile, with 1 hour 21 minutes 53 seconds, ShelmithMuriuki Nyawira of Kenya came first in the women’s 21km half marathon,followed by Vietnam’s Thai Thi Kim Ngan and Le Thi Kha Ly.
With 35 minutes 11 seconds, France’s Charnet Stephanefinished first in the men’s 10km run, while Vietnam’s Nguyen Khanh Ly camefirst in this distance for women, with 40 minutes 33 seconds.
In the men’s and women’s 5km run, Tran Minh Quy and NguyenThi Thu Ha, both of Vietnam, won the titles, with 17 minutes 51 seconds, and19 minutes 16 seconds, respectively.
Winners of the 42km and 21km races earn slots to participatein the Kuala Lumpur Marathon in Malaysia in late September./.
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The Department of Culture and Sports of Da Nang city in collaboration with the Pulse Active Company launched Manulife Da Nang International Marathon 2023 at an opening ceremony at Bien Dong (East Sea) park on August 5.
This year’s tournament has gathered over 300 coaches, athletes, and referees from 18 countries and territories, competing in 28 combat weight categories and eight performance categories. Vietnam’s team has 50 athletes, including six from Thai Nguyen province.
It is the first time that the country is to hold a G1-level tournament which is expected to lure more than 100 athletes of 15 countries and regions at Go Vap Gymnasium.
Nguyen Trong Nha Uyen has made history for Vietnam’s dancesport by clinching a bronze medal in the solo Latin category at the WDSF World Championship 2025 in Germany.
The ambassador noted that among the 300,000 Vietnamese residing in the RoK, around 3,000 are living in Pyeongtaek and contributing actively to the local economy. Ho expressed his hope that the local authorities will continue support the overseas Vietnamese community in the city.
This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee. The outcome shows the trust and recognition that member states have given Vietnam for its efforts and achievements in carrying out and promoting the Convention, as well as for its active role, strong standing, and growing credibility at UNESCO.
Quang Duc pottery is known for its wide range of forms, including wine bottles, jars, lime pots, vases, plant pots, incense burners and candle stands. Decorative motifs are equally rich, featuring mythical creatures, pastoral scenes, floral patterns, deer, peacocks, bats and more.
Vietnam’s cinematic appeal lies in its diverse settings, from terraced mountains and limestone karsts to bustling markets and ancient towns. Its mix of ethnic vibes, buzzing street life, and old traditions gives directors a goldmine for storytelling.
The Vietnamese team will gather on June 26 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, where they will train until July 14 before departing for Indonesia for the ASEAN U23 Championship 2025, which runs from July 15 to 29. Vietnam will face Laos on July 19 and Cambodia on July 22 in the group stage.
The exhibition showcases more than 100 valuable documents and artifacts, divided into two main parts: “Journalist Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh” and “President Ho Chi Minh – Founder and Mentor of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press.” This is an opportunity to recall the late leader’s journalism journey and affirm his exceptional role in founding and guiding the revolutionary press in Vietnam.
For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.
Eight teams will join the tournament, divided into two groups. Group A features Vietnam, the Philippines, Sichuan Club (China), and Australia, while Group B consists of Vietnam U21, Korabelka Club (Russia), Taiwan (China), and U21 Thailand.
Despite strong home support and high expectations, Vietnam were unable to overcome the defending champions, who secured their third consecutive win over Vietnam in a regional final, following previous victories in 2014 and 2023.
The event, part of Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy strategy through 2030, was jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela and USM’s Faculty of International Relations. It attracted thousands of students from universities across Venezuela.
For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.
The contest carried deep meaning as it was the first time the life of Vietnamese women abroad had been highlighted as the central theme, said poet and writer Nguyen Quang Thieu, Chairman of the Vietnam Writers’ Association.
The event formed part of Vietnam’s ongoing campaign to seek UNESCO World Heritage status for the complex at the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, scheduled to take place in Paris in July.
Creative cultural festivals are fast emerging as a new catalyst for tourism development in Vietnam, as localities increasingly invest in these vibrant events on a more systematic and larger scale.
Athletes compete in the Manulife Da Nang International Marathon 2023. (Photo: VNA) 
