New highlights of Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon 2026
The Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon Heritage Race 2026 will introduce the Enterprise Cup and new digital activities while continuing community and sustainability initiatives, according to Trinh Nhu Quynh, Head of Corporate Affairs, Brand and Marketing at Standard Chartered Vietnam.
The Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon Heritage Race, launched in 2024, marks the 10th event in Standard Chartered's global marathon series. This year's race, entering its third season, aims to promote healthier lifestyles and community engagement, reflecting Standard Chartered's commitment to Vietnam, a key market for the bank with operations spanning over 120 years.
One of the new features this season is the Enterprise Cup 2026, a team competition for businesses. Companies can register up to two teams of five runners each, competing in the 10-kilometer category. The team with the fastest combined finishing times will win a four-day, three-night trip to Shanghai for the Standard Chartered Shanghai 10K Run.
To engage more participants beyond race day, the organizers have introduced the SC Word Race TikTok challenge. This virtual running game, combined with English pronunciation challenges, encourages agility, concentration, and perseverance. Participants can win prizes from Standard Chartered Vietnam, with additional digital challenges rolled out throughout the campaign.
Community initiatives accompanying this year's race include the "Donate old shoes - Share the joy" program. Runners and event visitors can donate used shoes, which Standard Chartered Vietnam employees will clean and distribute to disadvantaged communities in remote areas after the race. Sustainability remains a focus, with race shirts made from fibers derived from recycled materials to reduce plastic waste and promote responsible resource use.
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