RACE REGULATIONS
Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon – Heritage Race 2026
Abbreviations used in these Regulations
- OC: Organizing Committee
- Athlete: Participant / Runner
- COT (Cut-off Time): The time limit for completing a race distance.
- BIB: The race number assigned to an athlete participating in the event.
- Sub: A race performance faster than a specified time benchmark.
- DNF: Did Not Finish.
- DQ: Disqualified.
- N/A: Not Applicable.
- Citizen ID: Vietnamese Citizen Identification Card.
Article 1. Race Name, Purpose and Requirements
1.1. Race name
- Vietnamese name: Standard Chartered Marathon Di sản Hà Nội
- English name: Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon – Heritage Race
1.2. Purpose and requirements
- The Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon – Heritage Race is a cultural and sporting event intended to promote, both domestically and internationally, the image of Vietnam and its people, as well as Hanoi – the capital city with a thousand years of cultural heritage. The race aims to attract more domestic and international athletes and tourists to Hanoi, contribute to the development of tourism and the capital’s socio-economic growth, and promote international exchange in the field of sports.
- The Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon – Heritage Race contributes to the development of physical training and sports in general, and long-distance running in particular, while improving public health and supporting the physical development of Vietnamese people. It also helps promote the cultural, historical and revolutionary traditions of the capital through a race course running through the Old Quarter and connecting many well-known heritage sites.
- The Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon – Heritage Race provides professional athletes, amateur runners and running enthusiasts with an international-standard sporting platform, enabling them to gradually improve their personal performance and work toward international standards required to participate in regional, continental and world marathon events.
- The Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon – Heritage Race shall be professionally organized, ensuring security, political and social safety, environmental protection, fire prevention, economy, efficiency and fair play. The event aims to progressively increase its scale, professionalism and international integration, thereby developing into a race brand of national and international stature.
Article 2. Race Dates, Venue and Race Distances in 2026
2.1. Race dates
November 7 and 8, 2026: KIDS DASH, 5KM, 10KM, Half Marathon and Full Marathon.
2.2. Venue for opening ceremony, 10KM, Half Marathon and Full Marathon closing ceremony, and race exhibition activities (Expo)
- To be updated.
Start / Finish location
- To be updated.
2.3. Marathon race distances
- 195KM (also referred to as Full Marathon, FM, Marathon, 42KM)
- 097KM (also referred to as Half Marathon, HM, 21KM)
- 10KM
- 5KM
2.4. KIDS DASH distance
- KIDS DASH distance: 2.1KM
- Eligible age: 5–9 years old
Article 3. Eligible Participants
3.1. Full Marathon – 42KM
3.1.1. Minimum age
Athletes participating in the marathon must be at least 18 years old on race day.
Any underage athlete found participating in the marathon will be DQ and removed from the race.
3.1.2. Elite Category and Age Group Category
The marathon is divided into two categories:
- Elite Category – eligible for Overall Awards.
- Age Group Category – eligible for Age Group Awards.
The prize structure is specified in Article 7.
3.1.3. Elite Category Athletes
3.1.3.1. Eligibility criteria
Elite Category athletes include Vietnamese professional athletes listed by the national athletics federation, including:
- Athletes on the 2026 National Athletics Team.
- Athletes who participated in the 2025 or 2026 National Championships, or provincial, municipal or sector teams.
- Male or female amateur athletes of Vietnamese or foreign nationality who register for the Full Marathon Elite Category and have qualifying performances meeting the Elite Category standards specified in Article 3.1.3.2.
3.1.3.2. Elite qualification standards
- Men: Full Marathon sub 3:00 or Half Marathon sub 1:25.
- Women: Full Marathon sub 3:30 or Half Marathon sub 1:40.
3.1.3.3. Races accepted for qualification
The qualifying performance must have been achieved at a domestic or international Full Marathon or Half Marathon between January 1, 2025 and September 30, 2026, meeting at least one of the following criteria:
- A race certified by AIMS in 2025 or 2026; or
- A race organized under the supervision of the Vietnam Athletics Federation in 2025 or 2026; or
- The 2025 or 2026 Tien Phong Newspaper National Marathon and Long Distance Championship.
Professional athletes defined under Article 3.1.3.1 are required to register in the Elite Category and may not register in the Age Group Category.
If such an athlete registers in the Age Group Category, the athlete will be DQ and ineligible for any award.
3.1.4. Age Group Category Athletes
3.1.4.1. Eligibility
All athletes not covered by Article 3.1.3 above who comply with the Race Regulations may register in the Age Group Category.
3.1.4.2.
Athletes listed in the Elite Category may not be placed in the Age Group Category and may not receive Age Group awards.
3.1.4.3. Age groups
- Under 30
- 30–39
- 40–45
- 46–49
- 50 and above
3.1.4.4.
The Organizing Committee reserves the right to request an athlete to present a Citizen ID card or other identification document to verify age before awarding an Age Group prize.
3.2. Half Marathon – 21KM
3.2.1. Minimum age
Athletes participating in the Half Marathon must be at least 16 years old on race day.
Any underage athlete found participating will be DQ and removed from the race.
3.2.2. Awards
Athletes in the Half Marathon are eligible for both Overall Awards and Age Group Awards.
3.2.2.1.
All athletes registered for the Half Marathon who do not violate the Race Regulations are eligible for Overall Awards.
3.2.2.2. Age groups
- Under 30
- 30–39
- 40–45
- 46–49
- 50 and above
3.2.2.3.
The Organizing Committee reserves the right to request a Citizen ID card or other identification document to verify an athlete’s age before awarding an Age Group prize.
3.2.2.4.
If an athlete wins both an Overall Award and an Age Group Award, the athlete may choose to receive only one of the two awards.
3.3. 10KM
3.3.1. Minimum age
Athletes participating in the 10KM race must be at least 12 years old on race day.
Any underage athlete found participating will be DQ and removed from the race.
3.3.2. Awards
Athletes participating in the 10KM race are eligible for Overall Awards.
3.4. 5KM
3.4.1. Minimum age
Athletes participating in the 5KM race must be at least 9 years old, calculated according to the date specifically announced in the General Information, except for young athletes running with their parents.
Athletes who do not meet this requirement and are found participating will be DQ and removed from the race.
3.4.2. Awards
Athletes participating in the 5KM race are eligible for Overall Awards.
The Organizing Committee reserves the right to request Citizen ID cards or other legal documents, or a birth certificate in the case of children, to verify age before awarding prizes.
3.5. KIDS DASH
3.5.1. Minimum age
Athletes participating in KIDS DASH must be from 5 years old to under 9 years old on race day.
Athletes who violate the age requirement will be DQ and removed from the race.
3.5.2.
The Organizing Committee reserves the right to request a Citizen ID card or other identification document, or a birth certificate for children, to verify age before awarding prizes.
3.5.3.
KIDS DASH award winners will be announced by the Organizing Committee within 30 days after the race ends.
3.6. Parent / Legal Guardian
Any participant who has not reached the age of majority must have a parent or legal guardian in accordance with Article 8.1.
Article 4. Race Time
4.1. Cut-off Time (COT)
| Distance | Cut-off Time |
| 42KM | 6 hours |
| 21KM | 3 hours 30 minutes |
| 10KM | 2 hours |
| 5KM | 1 hour 30 minutes |
4.2. Start area opening and closing time
- Athletes must arrive at the start area within the time specified by the Organizing Committee.
- Athletes arriving more than 15 minutes after the official start time will not be permitted to enter the start area and will be recorded as DNS.
4.3. Cut-off Time regulations
4.3.1.
All athletes must complete the race within the specified time limits, including intermediate COTs and the overall COT at the finish line as prescribed in Article 4.1. Intermediate and overall COTs apply equally to athletes from different start waves.
4.3.2.
Athletes who fail to complete any section within the applicable COT will be recorded as DNF.
Such athletes will:
- Have their BIB stamped DNF.
- Have their BIB temporarily retained and returned after the race at the referee desk.
- Be required to leave the race course.
- Not receive a finisher medal or any other finisher items, if applicable.
4.3.3.
The Organizing Committee will progressively reopen sections of the course after the applicable COT has expired.
4.3.4.
All services provided by the Organizing Committee, including but not limited to hydration, medical services, pacing and photography, will cease on each section after the applicable COT.
4.3.5.
The COT for each distance will be announced by the Organizing Committee before the race each year.
Article 5. Timing and Results
5.1. Gun Time and Chip Time
5.1.1. Gun Time
Gun Time is the period from the official start signal until the athlete crosses the timing mat at the finish line.
5.1.2. Chip Time
Chip Time is the period from when the athlete crosses the timing mat at the start line until the athlete crosses the timing mat at the finish line.
5.2. Result calculation
5.2.1.
Official race time for all athletes is calculated based on Chip Time. Times will be rounded up to the next whole second.
5.2.2.
Award rankings and overall COT calculations for all awards specified in Article 7.1 will be based on Gun Time.
5.2.3.
Any questions or disputes concerning race results must be submitted to the Organizing Committee in writing within 24 hours after the race ends.
For complaints submitted later, the Organizing Committee reserves the right to consider the seriousness of the alleged violation and make an appropriate decision.
In all cases, the Organizing Committee’s decision regarding race results is final.
Article 6. Competition Rules
6.1. Race course regulations
6.1.1.
Athletes must strictly follow the race course designated by the Organizing Committee.
Any athlete leaving the race course without permission from a course referee will be considered in violation and will be DQ.
Any athlete who shortens the race route or takes a shortcut for any reason will be disqualified.
Shortcuts may be detected through referee observation and/or monitoring equipment and video footage.
The decision of the Organizing Committee is final.
6.1.2.
Athletes must run in the lane or section of road officially announced and directed by the Organizing Committee.
Any athlete found running outside the designated lane or contrary to Organizing Committee instructions will be DQ.
6.2. BIB regulations
6.2.1.
Athletes must wear the assigned BIB. The BIB must be attached to the front of the athlete’s body and worn throughout the race.
6.2.2.
Any swapping, selling, gifting or transferring of a BIB to another person without permission from the Organizing Committee is considered a violation of the Race Regulations.
The Organizing Committee reserves the right to:
- Refuse entry to the start area.
- Stop an athlete from racing.
- Refuse to recognize results.
This applies in cases where an athlete is found wearing a BIB that does not match the official registration list.
The Organizing Committee may remove any athlete from the start area or race course if the athlete is using a BIB not issued by the Organizing Committee.
6.2.3.
Any athlete found using a BIB not issued by the Organizing Committee will be disqualified and prohibited from participating in the Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon – Heritage Race the following year.
6.2.4.
If an athlete is found competing with another person’s BIB, both the athlete and the registered owner of that BIB will have their results cancelled.
6.2.5.
If an athlete is found wearing more than one Organizing Committee timing device during the race, the athlete will be recorded as DNF.
The Organizing Committee may temporarily retain the athlete’s BIB and return it after the race at the referee area.
6.3. Electronic timing chip regulations
6.3.1.
The Organizing Committee provides electronic timing chips to all athletes except KIDS DASH participants. Athletes are responsible for protecting their timing chips so that their performances can be recorded.
6.3.2.
The Organizing Committee shall not be responsible if an athlete’s result cannot be accurately recorded because the timing chip was damaged after being handed over to the athlete or the athlete’s representative.
6.3.3.
Athletes must cross:
- The start timing mat.
- All timing checkpoints along the race course.
- The finish timing mat.
Athletes who are not detected by all timing mats will be considered not to have completed the race and their results will not be recognized.
6.4. Finish line and race completion
An athlete must cross the timing mat at the finish line to be considered to have completed the race.
After finishing, athletes must follow the Organizing Committee’s flow guidance to:
- The medal collection area.
- Other finisher item collection areas, if applicable.
- Recovery areas.
- Post-race food and beverage areas.
Athletes who fail to follow post-race flow instructions may be asked to leave the area.
6.5. Race course changes
The Organizing Committee reserves the right to alter the race course if necessary.
Any route changes will be announced to athletes and relevant parties as early as possible.
6.6. Athlete information
Athlete information includes:
- Full name.
- Date of birth.
- Citizen ID / Passport number.
Such information must correspond with official identification documents such as Citizen ID, passport or other legal documents issued by competent authorities.
If an athlete’s gender cannot be determined, the final decision rests with the Organizing Committee.
Athletes who register information or wear a BIB inconsistent with their official identification documents, if detected, will be DQ and removed from the race.
Article 7. Awards
7.1. Prize structure
The Organizing Committee determines and announces the prize structure for each race season.
7.2. Award ranking time and personal information of prize winners
- Overall Awards are determined based on Gun Time.
- Age Group Awards are determined based on Chip Time.
- Athletes must ensure that their registered information matches their official identification documents as required under Article 6.6 in order to receive prizes.
7.3. Verification procedure for finishing athletes and prize awards
The first athletes to finish each distance will receive provisional ranking cards.
After the athletes complete identity verification with the referee team and their information is confirmed to match the details registered with the Organizing Committee, they will be officially notified and receive their awards.
For Age Group Awards, the Organizing Committee will conduct verification to ensure accuracy, transparency and fairness.
Athletes must cooperate with the Organizing Committee within the verification period communicated to each athlete by email and/or other appropriate communication channels.
If an athlete fails to complete verification and provide the requested information within the specified period, the athlete will be deemed to have declined the award, and the award will be cancelled without further notice.
7.4. Prize collection
Awarded athletes will receive trophies and prizes in cash, goods and/or other services, if applicable.
Cash prizes are governed by Article 7.1.
Cash prizes will be subject to a 10% personal income tax deduction in accordance with Vietnamese tax law and Article 15 of Circular No. 111/2013 guiding implementation of the Personal Income Tax Law.
Prizes in kind, vouchers, shopping cards or service-use certificates with monetary value:
- Cannot be converted into cash.
- May only be transferred subject to sponsor terms and conditions.
- Will be distributed at a time and location determined by the Organizing Committee.
If an athlete does not collect such a prize within 30 days from the date of notification, the athlete will be considered to have forfeited the prize and the award will be cancelled without further notice.
The Organizing Committee has full discretion to refuse payment of cash prizes into third-party bank accounts.
7.5. Complaints and violations
- Any questions or complaints regarding prizes must be submitted to the Organizing Committee in writing within 24 hours after the award results are announced.
- The Organizing Committee reserves the right to cancel the results of any prize-winning athlete found to have violated the Race Regulations.
- Such athlete must return all prizes received.
- The Organizing Committee’s decision regarding awards is final.
7.6. Award presentation
The award ceremony will be held at the time announced by the Organizing Committee for each season after the referee team has verified the winners.
Cash and in-kind prizes will be transferred or delivered to athletes after the Organizing Committee completes its verification of race results.
To receive an award, winning athletes must:
- Complete the prize receipt form.
- Submit a copy of their Citizen ID / Passport.
- Sign the personal income tax undertaking form (Form 02/CK-TNCN).
Athletes lacking any required documents must submit the complete documents before receiving prizes.
For athletes who do not have a personal bank account or who are under 18 years old, the Organizing Committee will only transfer cash prizes to an authorized representative who provides all valid documentation, including:
- A power of attorney certified by a competent authority.
- A notarized copy of the representative’s Citizen ID / Passport.
- The representative’s personal bank account information.
Article 8. Registration and Confirmation
8.1. Registration age
8.1.1.
Age requirements shall comply with the requirements for each competition category specified in Article 3.
8.1.2. Parent / Legal Guardian
- Minors participating in the race must have a parent or legal guardian.
- The parent or legal guardian must sign the guarantee / consent form prescribed by the Organizing Committee and assumes full responsibility for the child’s safety and any risks that may occur.
8.2. Other registration regulations
- Athletes residing outside Vietnam must register online through the official race website.
- Athletes experiencing technical difficulties during direct registration may contact the Organizing Committee, which may assist through alternative registration and payment methods.
- An athlete who registers twice for the same Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon – Heritage Race; uses a false name; or provides a false date of birth, gender or photograph will be considered ineligible to participate.
- Registered athletes will receive a Race Kit including: BIB with electronic timing chip, T-shirt, and other sponsor items, if applicable.
- If an individual acts as a representative and/or authorized person to register and/or collect Race Kits for another person or group, that individual must confirm that they are duly authorized to act on behalf of such person or group.
- Registration through a representative or authorized person remains fully subject to all provisions of these Race Regulations in the same way as direct registration.
8.3. Registration fee refunds
Governed by Article 12.
8.4. Changes to registration information, race distance and participation transfer
8.4.1. Information athletes may change themselves
During the period specified by the Organizing Committee for registration updates, athletes may change information from their original registration.
Changes allowed without charge
Athletes may change the following personal information without charge:
- Phone number.
- Shirt size.
- Date of birth.
- Personal best.
- Emergency contact.
Downgrading race distance
If an athlete changes to a shorter distance, the athlete may make the change directly and no fee will be charged.
No refund will be provided if the new race distance has a lower registration fee than the original distance.
Changes subject to a fee
Transfer
If an athlete wishes to transfer the registration to another athlete, the transferee must comply with the personal information change or transfer regulations announced by the Organizing Committee for each season.
The transfer fee shall be determined by the Organizing Committee each year.
Upgrading race distance
Athletes may upgrade their race distance through the registration system.
If the new distance has a higher registration fee than the original distance, the athlete must pay the difference.
The difference is calculated as: Current price of the new distance at the time of change minus the amount already paid for the original distance.
8.4.2. Changes supported by the Organizing Committee
Athletes cannot independently change the following identity information:
- Citizen ID / Passport number.
If an athlete entered incorrect information during the original registration, the athlete must contact: hanoi.marathon@dhavietnam.vn
The Organizing Committee will assist only during the period in which registration information updates are permitted.
8.5.
Registration is considered valid only based on the time at which payment is reflected in the Organizing Committee’s account.
The Organizing Committee shall not be responsible for delays where registration applications are not processed due to Internet connection issues or errors caused by third-party payment service providers.
8.6.
Article 8.5 also applies to promotional and discount programs organized by the Organizing Committee.
Article 9. Compliance with Laws, Security, Safety, Race Course Regulations and Athletes’ Personal Property
9.1.
Athletes undertake to comply with all laws and regulations of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.
9.2.
Athletes must comply with sporting competition regulations and must not use prohibited substances.
The Organizing Committee reserves the right to request urine samples from prize-winning athletes for doping testing where there is suspicion of doping.
Athletes so requested must cooperate and provide a urine sample.
9.3.
By participating, athletes confirm that they are physically fit to compete in their registered race distance and complete it within the required time.
Athletes acknowledge their own health limitations and are responsible for recognizing when they should stop physical activity before injury or other risks occur.
9.4.
If an athlete is unable to complete the race within the limits specified in Articles 4.1 and 4.3, the Organizing Committee may require the athlete to stop running.
The athlete shall not be entitled to financial compensation or any other compensation as a result.
9.5.
Athletes acknowledge all risks associated with marathon running and the race course, including but not limited to trips and falls, collisions with other participants, weather impacts, traffic, race course conditions, minor injuries, serious injuries and death.
Athletes are responsible for their own safety and health throughout the race and release the Organizing Committee from related liability.
9.6.
The Organizing Committee provides public liability insurance and personal accident insurance for participating athletes, except for athletes over 80 years old or those with underlying medical conditions specified in Article 10.
To ensure their rights and benefits, athletes must provide complete and accurate personal information including full name, date of birth and Citizen ID / Passport number.
If the information provided is incomplete or inaccurate, both the Organizing Committee and the insurance provider may refuse liability and payment in the event of an incident.
9.7.
Athletes are responsible for studying the race course carefully before race day and assume full responsibility if they take the wrong route, fail to complete the course or are not recognized as having completed the race.
9.8.
Athletes must comply with instructions from course security staff, volunteers, medical personnel, security forces and traffic police.
Athletes must give priority to medical staff, ambulances and other emergency situations throughout the race.
9.9. Personal belongings
Athletes may deposit personal belongings in bags, packs or backpacks at the Organizing Committee’s baggage deposit area.
The Organizing Committee will not accept valuables such as mobile phones, cash, jewelry or expensive items.
9.10.
The Organizing Committee shall not be responsible for losses resulting from:
- Illness or accidents, including emergency treatment, as specified in Article 10.
- Loss of or damage to personal property.
- Late arrival due to traffic difficulties, incidents or road conditions.
Article 10. Medical Regulations
10.1.
Athletes participating in the race must sign a waiver releasing the Organizing Committee from liability for athletes’ health and medical incidents.
10.2.
The Organizing Committee reserves the right to stop an athlete from racing if the athlete is found to have a medical issue, including but not limited to:
- Cardiovascular disease.
- Respiratory disease.
- Central nervous system disorders.
- Body temperature disorders.
- Fluid and electrolyte imbalance.
- Altered consciousness.
10.3.
When requested by the Organizing Committee to leave the race course for medical reasons, the athlete must fully comply.
Athletes who refuse to comply will have their BIB withdrawn and be recorded as DQ.
The athlete will not receive financial or other compensation.
10.4.
The Organizing Committee provides first aid or professional medical care for injuries, illnesses or accidents occurring during the event and, where necessary, will transfer patients to the nearest hospital.
10.5.
Athletes who are hospitalized are responsible for paying all treatment and medical care costs directly to the medical facility.
Article 11. Prohibited Conduct
The Organizing Committee has the right to remind, warn, prohibit participation and/or stop an athlete from continuing the race if the athlete violates the Race Regulations or the rules below.
Violating athletes will be DQ.
11.1.
Athletes may not use any wheeled vehicle or device while running, including but not limited to skateboards, strollers, shoes with wheels, bicycles, motorbikes and cars.
11.2.
Athletes may not use foods or pharmaceutical products listed as prohibited substances by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Athletes may not use performance-enhancing substances, narcotics, or drugs intended to increase euphoria during competition.
11.3.
Athletes may not receive any assistance other than assistance designated by the Organizing Committee, such as water, nutrition, or pacers who are not wearing an Organizing Committee BIB.
11.4.
Athletes may not bring pets while racing. Athletes may not litter or engage in conduct that pollutes the environment at the start, finish or on the race course.
11.5.
Athletes may not engage in conduct or speech involving harassment, incitement of crowds, violence or disorder, illegal activities, damage to the reputation of the race, sexual harassment, or insults toward third parties.
11.6.
Athletes may not bring inappropriate items to the race, including weapons, clubs, sharp objects capable of injuring or killing others, or bulky items that may affect safety on the race course.
11.7.
Athletes may not bring documents or leaflets containing content unrelated to the event, content of an oppositional nature, content violating Vietnamese law, content contrary to the policies of the Party and the State, or content inconsistent with Vietnamese customs and traditions.
11.8.
Athletes may not wear clothing featuring offensive imagery, imagery inconsistent with Vietnamese customs and traditions, anti-State or anti-people imagery, content violating Vietnamese law, content contrary to Party and State policies, or religious imagery and/or content showing disrespect toward religions or religious groups. Athletes may not run with the entire face covered, run shirtless, or wear clothing or costumes that may cause confusion with Organizing Committee members.
11.9.
Athletes may not climb over barriers installed by the Organizing Committee on the race course or in the start / finish areas. Any athlete deliberately crossing the finish line for a second time or more will be considered DQ.
11.10.
Athletes may not violate applicable traffic laws in race course areas. Violating athletes are fully responsible under Vietnamese law and must compensate the Organizing Committee for any resulting damage, if applicable.
11.11.
Foreign athletes are responsible for properly declaring the purpose of their entry into Vietnam as participation in the race when applying for visas and completing immigration procedures. Foreign athletes are also responsible for informing the Organizing Committee of the hotel address where they will stay while participating in the race.
11.12.
Athletes may not conduct activities that delay or interfere with the race, including jumping, changing clothes, playing musical instruments, fundraising, or asking for autographs. Athletes may not obstruct the event by failing to comply with Organizing Committee instructions. Athletes may not urinate or defecate in unauthorized locations.
Article 12. Postponement, Cancellation and Force Majeure
12.1.
After registration and payment of the participation fee have been completed, athletes may not request a refund of any registration-related fees for any reason.
However, athletes may transfer their registration or change race distance in accordance with the regulations or notices issued by the Organizing Committee.
12.2.
In the event of adverse weather or other force majeure circumstances beyond the Organizing Committee’s control requiring the race to be postponed or cancelled, the Organizing Committee will inform athletes of the force majeure event, the postponement and the rescheduled event date.
In such cases, the participation fee will be carried forward to the rescheduled edition of the event.
Article 13. Image Rights
13.1.
Copyright in any articles, recordings, photographs, videos and data relating to the race, as well as the right to use such information on the official website, social media platforms, mass media and press for marketing and promotion of the race, belongs to the Organizing Committee.
13.2.
Such rights include, but are not limited to, participants’ names and information such as age, address, hometown, province and city, where such information is mentioned in articles related to the event.
Article 14. Personal Data Protection
14.1.
By ticking the box confirming agreement with the Race Regulations in order to complete registration and payment, the athlete also agrees to the race’s Personal Data Protection Policy.
14.2.
The Personal Data Protection Policy will be published on the official race website or communicated to athletes through other communication channels deemed appropriate by the Organizing Committee.
14.3.
The Organizing Committee reserves the right to amend, revise or supplement the Personal Data Protection Policy at any time.
Notice of any amendment will be updated on the race website and/or other communication channels deemed appropriate by the Organizing Committee.
Athletes are encouraged to regularly review the Personal Data Protection Policy to stay informed of changes and how their personal data is being protected.
An athlete’s registration or payment of the participation fee will be considered acceptance of the Organizing Committee’s Personal Data Protection Policy, including any amendments or supplements thereto.
Article 15. Competition Rules and Format
All matters relating to competition rules and format shall comply with:
- These Race Regulations.
- The regulations of the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS).
- Current athletics rules.
Website: http://aims-worldrunning.org
Article 16. Race Funding
Funding for the Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon – Heritage Race is fully managed and used by DHA Company.
Article 17. Commendation and Disciplinary Measures
17.1.
The Organizing Committee will recognize and reward athletes who comply well with the Race Regulations and achieve outstanding results during the event.
17.2.
Depending on the severity of violations, athletes who breach the Race Regulations may be subject to disciplinary measures ranging from reminders and warnings to suspension from the ongoing event or a ban from participating in the race for one or more subsequent years.
Article 18. Implementation Provisions
18.1.
To ensure race safety, the Organizing Committee will apply these Race Regulations throughout the event to all athletes.
Anyone who fails to comply with these Regulations will be considered ineligible to participate in the race.
18.2.
In the event of questions, disputes or complaints concerning matters such as eligibility, athlete performance, race results or awards, the person raising the issue must submit a formal request for resolution by the Organizing Committee based on the published Race Regulations.
The final decision rests with the Organizing Committee.
18.3.
The Organizing Committee reserves the right to change the terms and Race Regulations in emergency situations without prior notice.
18.4.
Notice of amendments to the terms and Race Regulations will be updated on the official race website and/or other communication channels deemed appropriate by the Organizing Committee.
Athletes are encouraged to regularly review these terms and regulations to stay informed of any changes concerning competition requirements and athlete participation.
Registration for or payment of the race participation fee will be deemed acceptance of the race terms and regulations, including any amendments or supplements.
