Lao Cai, Sept. 21 -- Vietnamese runners dominated the Vietnam Mountain Marathon (VMM) 2025 in Sa Pa ward, Lao Cai province, which took place from September 19-21 with the participation of trail runners from 47 countries and territories.

This year marks VMM's debut in the World Trail Majors, joining 11 other elite trail races worldwide.

The men's 100km race witnessed fierce competition between Vietnam's top runners and international challengers, including You Peiquan of China and Ryan Whelan of the UK.

Ngo Van Chinh of the Sa Pa Ethnic Running Club finished first with an impressive time of 13:00:10, setting a new course record. His compatriots Nguyen Si Hieu and Nguyen Trong Nhon secured second and third places, giving Vietnam a clean s...