Da Nang, March 22 -- Vietnamese athletes delivered standout performances at the Da Nang International Marathon 2026, which officially kicked off its main races on March 22, attracting more than 8,550 runners from 75 countries and territories.

Competitors raced across three distances - the full marathon (42km), half marathon (21km), and 5km - along scenic coastal routes in Da Nang, widely known for its picturesque beaches and vibrant urban landscape.

After intense and competitive races, participants completed their events with a series of impressive results, including notable achievements by Vietnamese runners.

In the men's 42km marathon, Moral Edsel of the Philippines claimed first place with a time of 2:30:43. Japan's Tezuka Tomoki fi...