The race attracted nearly 120 athletes from many provinces and cities such as Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Gia Lai, Dak Lak, Khanh Hoa and localities in the region, creating a lively atmosphere of competition on Quy Nhon beach.
The event is organized to celebrate the 51st anniversary of the Complete Liberation of the South, national reunification (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2026); 140th anniversary of International Labor Day (May 1, 1886 - May 1, 2026); The election of National Assembly deputies of the XVI term and People's Council deputies at all levels for the 2026-2031 term; in response to the National Tourism Year - Gia Lai in 2026.
At the same time, promote the movement "All people practice physical exercise following the example of the great Uncle Ho" in the period 2021-2030; develop mass sports, create healthy playgrounds for people and tourists; promote the image and tourism potential, contributing to stimulating demand and promoting socio-economic development.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Mr. Phan Tuan Hoang - Standing Vice Chairman of Quy Nhon Ward People's Committee - said that the SUP race is a practical activity in response to the National Tourism Year - Gia Lai 2026, contributing to concretizing the direction of tourism development associated with sports, especially sea sports in the direction of "Green - Safe - Environmentally Friendly".
Through the race, Quy Nhon ward continues to promote the image of a dynamic and civilized destination; effectively exploit sea advantages, spread the message of sustainable tourism development, linking environmental protection with local socio-economic development.
Regarding the competition results, in the women's 300m event, Truong Thi Thu Thao (Maria Truong, Ho Chi Minh City) won first prize; Ha Thi Uyen Nhi (Da Nang) finished second; Nguyen Thi Hieu (Nha Trang) ranked third.
In the men's 300m distance, Phan Phu Kiet (Quy Nhon) finished first; Nguyen Van Thang and Nguyen Cong Hieu (both from Da Nang) ranked second and third respectively.
In the women's 2000m event, Truong Thi Thu Thao continued to finish first; Ha Thi Uyen Nhi finished second; Nguyen Thi Hieu ranked third.
In the men's 2500m distance, Nguyen Cong Hieu (Da Nang) won first prize; Nguyen Van Thang finished second; Dao Cong Anh (Ho Chi Minh City) ranked third.
In the 300m movement event, Vo Thanh Hoang - Huynh Van Lam (Saving Team of Binh Dinh Environment Joint Stock Company) won first prize; Pham Anh Khoa - Nguyen Thanh Nhan ranked second; Le Tien Vy - Nguyen Quoc Tri ranked third.
