On the afternoon of October 13, in Bai Chay ward, Quang Ninh province, the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Quang Ninh province coordinated with DHA Vietnam Company - the owner and organizer of the race - to organize the announcement ceremony of the Ha Long Heritage International Marathon awarded by the World Athletics Federation (World Athletics) with the Running Award under the World Athletics Federation system - World Athletics Label Road Race (" World Brand").
World Athletics Label Road Race - World Brand is a comprehensive certification and strict standards for thorough races in the world. To achieve the World Athletics Label World Award, the Tournament must meet a series of standards of the World Athletics Federation: the running track is strictly measured by AIMS/WA experts; the medical system - safety - doping testing according to international regulations; operations, communication, logistics... and especially the tournament must be attractive enough to attract the participation of international Elite athletes.
From the early days as just a sporting event to promote the beauty of Ha Long Bay - World Natural Heritage, over the past decade, the Ha Long Heritage International Marathon has developed strongly and become the pride of the Vietnamese running community.
Throughout the tireless journey of "Grounding up" the Tournament, the Organizing Committee always takes the experience and satisfaction of athletes, especially international athletes, as the focus for all activities.
The running track is designed to help athletes fully experience the unique beauty of Ha Long Bay - a World Natural Heritage as well as feel the scale of the Tournament, the capacity and professionalism of the Organizing Committee.
2025 is of special significance, marking 10 years of formation and development when the Ha Long Heritage International Marathon becomes the first and only race in Vietnam to receive the prestigious World Athletics Label Road Race.
The recognition of the prestigious and prestigious international organization for athletics: World Athletics - World Athletics Federation is a testament to the top international quality and class of the Ha Long Heritage International Marathon and the affirmation of the position of the Vietnamese marathon on the world marathon map.
In the context of Quang Ninh moving towards sustainable tourism development, the Ha Long Heritage International Marathon being recognized with the World Athletics Label Road Race is a clear demonstration of the successful combination of sports, heritage, culture and tourism.
