The Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon – Heritage Race 2026 has officially opened registration for the Elite Division Overall Championship category. This premier competition gathers top-performing professional and amateur runners from around the world to compete for the most prestigious prize system of the event.
Elite Registration Information
Elite Registration Link: https://forms.gle/hRu8kZTgnwH7K8bZ7
Registration Deadline: Until August 31, 2026
Important Note: Only athletes who meet the qualification standards and successfully register for the Elite Division will be eligible for the Overall Championship prizes.
Elite Qualification Requirements
1. Vietnamese Professional Athletes
Including athletes listed under the National Athletics Federation:
- Athletes currently part of the Vietnam National Athletics Team 2026
- Athletes who participated in National Championships or provincial/departmental athletics teams during 2025 and 2026
2. Qualified Performance Standards
Applicable to Vietnamese and international athletes who have achieved the following standards at official races certified by the Vietnam Athletics Federation, World Athletics (WA), or the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS).
Required Qualification Times
Men
- Marathon (42.195km): under 3 hours (sub3)
- Half Marathon (21.0975km): under 1 hour 25 minutes (sub1:25)
Women
- Marathon (42.195km): under 3 hours 30 minutes (sub3:30)
- Half Marathon (21.0975km): under 1 hour 40 minutes (sub1:40)
Important Information for Elite Athletes
The Elite Division is only applicable to athletes registering for the Marathon distance (42.195km).
This category is dedicated to the most outstanding runners competing to showcase their class and performance at one of Vietnam’s leading international marathon events.
Showcase Your Excellence at the Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon – Heritage Race 2026
The Standard Chartered Hanoi Marathon – Heritage Race 2026 is part of the globally recognized Standard Chartered Marathon series, attracting elite and amateur runners from Vietnam and around the world.
The race provides an opportunity for Elite athletes to push beyond their limits on Hanoi’s iconic heritage course – where sports, culture, and history come together in every stride.
