VietNamNet Bridge - Hanoi’s tallest building, Landmark 72, will host Vietnam’s only vertical race - the Hanoi Vertical Run Vertical Run on April 18.

Runners will start at the tower’s ground-floor lobby and ascend 72 floors to the skydeck, totaling 350 meters, where they will see stunning views of Hanoi’s skyline.

For the first time, the Hanoi Vertical Run will introduce the “Fun Climb” category to allow family and friends to experience a vertical run atmosphere in a more relaxed way. Runners will be climbing 38 floors, about half the distance of the “Challenge” category.

“We believe that sport should be for everyone. Whatever your ability, the Fun Climb will allow more runners to participate with their friends and family members. We are looking forward enthusiastically to seeing these runners on Race Day and playing their part in spreading positive energy,” said David Shin, from Sporting Republic, the race organizer.

To reassure the participants, the organizers pointed out that whatever the race category might be, there is no time limit; people can decide to climb at their own pace.

Runners will be flagged off in waves of between 10 to 15 people, commencing in the afternoon and expecting to finish by early evening, with men, women and children 12 and above of all fitness levels encouraged to enter a fun and energetic event.

Entry is open until April 3; register either online or on-site. For more information about the event, please visit the event website www.runhanoi.com.

Nam Nguyen