Accompanying the National Marathon Championship – Tien Phong Newspaper 2026 as the Gold Sponsor and Exclusive Hydration Sponsor, Vikoda continues to affirm its commitment to enhancing community health through sports. At the launch press conference held at Dolce by Wyndham Hanoi Golden Lake, Vikoda introduced its natural alkaline mineral water with a pH of 9.0, ready to energize more than 12,000 runners on their journey to conquer new limits. This year’s season promises to burst with strong sporting spirit and inspiring strides.
Held in March 2026 in Hanoi, the official press conference marked a vibrant and formal opening, signaling the start of a highly anticipated marathon season among the running community. The event not only serves as the official kickoff but also as a convergence of endurance, determination, and the aspiration to push boundaries for thousands of athletes nationwide.
Vikoda is honored to become the Gold Sponsor of the long-standing and prestigious National Marathon Championship – Tien Phong Newspaper 2026.
After more than six decades of development, the National Marathon Championship – Tien Phong Newspaper remains the oldest and most traditional marathon event in Vietnamese athletics. In 2026, the race continues to make its mark with over 12,000 participants, ranging from national team athletes and professional runners to amateur runners from both Vietnam and abroad. Beyond being a sporting competition, it is also a platform that promotes a positive lifestyle, encourages physical training, and connects individuals who share a passion for running.
A notable highlight of this year’s season is that results in the full marathon distance (42.195 km for both men and women) will be counted toward the medal tally of the 10th National Sports Games. This enhances the professional value of the race and provides additional motivation for athletes, who now compete not only for personal achievement but also for national pride.
As the exclusive hydration sponsor throughout the event, Vikoda contributes to spreading a strong sporting spirit while effectively fueling athletes in every stride.
The press conference was further energized by the presence of top athletes along with Miss Vietnam 2024 and her runners-up. These inspiring figures helped amplify the message of an active, positive lifestyle and a relentless spirit of breakthrough—core values that the event aims to promote.
Throughout the season, Vikoda continues to affirm its role as a mineral water brand closely associated with sports activities and community health care. Vikoda’s natural alkaline mineral water is sourced directly from the Danh Thanh spring (Khanh Hoa), ensuring purity and richness in natural minerals. With an ideal pH level of 9.0 and balanced mineral content (TDS 100–400 mg/L), the product helps neutralize excess acidity, replenish electrolytes, and maintain the body’s balance during physical activity.
Beyond hydration, Vikoda also supports the body in transporting nutrients, dissolving vitamins and minerals, and aiding detoxification. These are key factors that help athletes maintain stable endurance and enhance performance in long-distance races.
In marathon running, proper hydration and mineral replenishment are crucial factors determining endurance and recovery. Understanding this, Vikoda provides an effective mineral replenishment solution, helping runners maintain electrolyte balance, adapt to high-intensity activity, and sustain performance throughout the race. Each bottle not only fuels the body but also serves as a source of motivation, empowering athletes to push beyond their limits.
Vikoda remains committed to partnering with suitable sporting events, contributing to the promotion of a healthy competitive spirit and an active, balanced lifestyle.
Vikoda’s presence at the Tien Phong Marathon 2026 goes beyond simple sponsorship—it reflects the brand’s sustainable development orientation, closely tied to improving quality of life and community health. Through the event, Vikoda aims to inspire a balanced lifestyle where individuals proactively care for their health and continuously challenge themselves.
The Tien Phong Marathon 2026 has officially begun, opening up an inspiring journey ahead. Roads await to be conquered, strides are ready to break through, and the sporting spirit is spreading stronger than ever. With Vikoda alongside them, every runner gains an extra source of energy to persevere toward the finish line.
This season is not only a race of speed and endurance but also a journey that connects thousands of hearts passionate about sports. And along that journey, Vikoda will continue to be a trusted companion—replenishing minerals with every step and helping create unforgettable milestones on every route.
