As part of the Vietnam University Games (VUG), the VUG Running race in Tho Chau island commune was organized by the Central Committee of the Vietnam University Games, with the participation of all 200 members of the expedition team and some officials, soldiers, and residents on the island.
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A large number of athletes gathered at the starting point, creating a lively atmosphere along the coast from early morning. |
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Secretary of the Central Committee of the Youth Union, Head of the "Students with the Sea and Islands of the Fatherland" journey in 2024, Ngo Van Cuong (standing in the middle), and delegates at the moment of departure. |
This sporting event was organized by the Central Committee of the Vietnam Student Union to express the desire to join hands with officers, soldiers, and people of Tho Chau island commune to safeguard the sovereignty of the Fatherland's seas and islands, and to bring these frontline islands closer to the mainland.
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The athletes raced along the lush green running paths on Tho Chau Island. |
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The female delegates enthusiastically competed. |
Participating in the special VUG Running event on Tho Chau Island, many delegates considered it a "one-of-a-kind" sporting experience, as it not only contributed to improving the health of officers, soldiers, and delegates, but also had significant meaning in affirming and protecting Vietnam's territorial integrity.
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By taking strides in the VUG Running 2024 competition, the athletes have contributed to affirming and protecting the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Fatherland. |
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That is why all the delegates competed with a positive and enthusiastic spirit. |
Present in the Journey in general and the race in particular, singer Nguyen Hoang Huong Linh (stage name PiaLinh), known for her song "Cooking for You," said she was extremely proud to be a part of this meaningful physical training activity with the people and soldiers of Tho Chau.
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Singer PiaLinh (in the middle) and the athletes stride along the beautiful running route. |
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Many officers and soldiers from Tho Chau island commune also participated in VUG Running 2024. |
According to Lam Tung, Director of the Vietnam Student Support and Development Center and Deputy Head of the "Students with the Sea and Islands of the Fatherland" 2024 journey, the running activity on Tho Chau Island by the journey's delegates officially launched the VUG Running Race 2024.
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The athletes accelerated towards the finish line. |
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These female athletes are from Hanoi, the capital city. |
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Many student delegates affirmed that this was a proud and unforgettable experience during their time in university. |
Athletes can register to compete starting today, August 10th. The competition will run until September 10th.
Source: https://nhandan.vn/nhung-buoc-chay-khang-dinh-chu-quyen-bien-dao-to-quoc-post823649.html
