Hanoi, Oct. 18 -- More than 11,000 runners from 38 countries and territories, along with over 200 running clubs nationwide, gathered in Hanoi on the morning of October 18 for the VPBank Hanoi International Marathon 2026 (VPIM 2026). Under the theme "Hanoi Vibes - The City Moves", this year's event offers a fresh way to experience the capital, breathing new life into its familiar historical and cultural heritage through the strides, determination and enthusiasm of tens of thousands of runners. The race atmosphere began at 1.30am as more than 11,000 participants set off across the 42km, 21km, 10km and 5km distances.

Against the backdrop of Hanoi's October autumn, runners started from the Dinh Tien Hoang street area beside Hoan Kiem Lake, e...