Loi Luong

      My name is Luong Thi Loi, born and raised in Khanh Hoa, and currently working in Ho Chi Minh City as an office employee with a burning passion for running. My childhood was spent in the countryside, walking and biking to school, and helping my family with various chores. Growing up, I harbored dreams of venturing far from home to establish myself and develop personally, much like many of my peers.

      My introduction to trail running was a stroke of luck when I participated in the Dalat Ultra Trail for the first time and secured the third prize in the 45km category in March 2022. From that small joy, I continued to train and conquer other trail races both domestically and internationally.

      Presently, like many of my running buddies, I make the most of my time after work and on weekends to train and prepare for future goals. Running not only contributes to my physical well-being but also instills in me confidence, vitality, optimism, and a zest for life. Above all, it fosters meaningful friendships and a vibrant, positive community that makes life all the more colorful and enjoyable.

      Fate led me to MUDE, a quality sports brand with an environmentally friendly ethos crafted by the hands of Vietnamese people. In my efforts and endeavors for the journeys ahead, I take pride in being accompanied by MUDE and being a member of the MUDE Trail Running Team.

      Some of my achievements include:

      • Second place in the women’s category of DLUT 2024 (75km)
      • Fourth place Asia Trail Master Championship 2024 
      • Second place in the women’s category of VTM 2023 (70km)
      • Third place in the women’s category of DLUT 2023 (85km)
      • Third place in the women’s category of VMM 2023 (100km)
      • Champion in the women’s category of Lam Dong Trail 2023 (75km)
      • Sixth place in the age group of Doi Inthanon by UTMB 2023 (100km)
      • Third place in the women’s category of DLUT 2022 (45km)
      • Third place in the women’s category of VMM 2022 (70km)
      • Third place in the women’s category of Lam Dong Trail 2022 (70km)
      • Second place in the women’s category of La An Ultra Trail 2022 (75km)

          Akane Nemoto

          I am Akane Nemoto from Japan, currently living in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. In 2016, I began running to improve my physical condition and rediscovered my passion for it from my childhood. By becoming a member of the Ho Chi Minh City Running Club in Vietnam, I came to understand that running is more than just a form of exercise; it fosters a sense of community and enables me to connect with individuals from various backgrounds. Over the past three years, I have wholeheartedly embraced running, not only for its physical benefits but also for the joy, stress relief, and connection to nature that it brings me.

          2024

          • Vietnam Trail Marathon 70KM: Female 3rd
          •  Asia Trail Master Championship: Female 7th

          2023

          • Dalat Ultra Trail Marathon 85KM: Age category 2nd
          • Asia Trail Master Championship: Female 6th
          • Cameron Ultra 100KM: Female 2nd
          • Vietnam Mountain Marathon 70KM: Female 1st
          • Asia Trail Master Final 80KM: Female 6th

          2022

          • Dalat Ultra Trail Marathon 45KM: Female 1st
          • Vietnam Trail Marathon 70KM: Female 3rd
          • Lam Dong Trail Marathon 45KM: Female 1st
          • Vung Tau City Trail Marathon 30KM: Female1st

              Santiago Sanchez

              My name is Santiago Sánchez, I am from a small town in Cuenca (Spain). I’ve a BS degree in physical education, I’m personal trainer and passionate about Mountain sports. I was running and competing in MTB for 5 years and as a result of Covid I started running and discovered Trail Running.

              During these 3 years I have been able to travel with the excuse of racing, discovering corners of the Canary Islands, the Balearic Islands, the middle peninsula and the Alps. I love competing, enjoying and sharing moments in the mountains with colleagues

              • 1st Overall Maratón 3DiasIbizaTrail 2023
              • 1st Age Group / 3rd Overall Gran Trail Sobrarbe 2023
              • 3rd Overall Maratón UltraFormentera 2023
              • 1st Age Group 75kms UltraFormentera 2022

                  Javier Sarda

                  My adventures as a cyclist began many years ago in the city where I was born, Zamora, in the west of Spain. Cycling was a tradition in my family. It started with my grandfather and my uncle. Years later my older brother joined and seeing him every day encouraged me.I started competing when I was only 6 years old in the lowest category that existed. In 2016, the chance arose to try my luck in Asia, specifically Japan, after lacking opportunities and motivation. It was a complicated year but full of learning and growth which opened other doors for me. The following year I would have the opportunity to travel and compete for the first time in Vietnam. In my first competition, VTV Cup, I got the queen stage and 2nd place in the general classification. This result was the beginning of my adventure as a cyclist in Vietnam, which continues to this day. Throughout these years I have successfully won at least one stage in all the competitions held in Vietnam. In addition to getting 5 general classifications, highlighting 2 generals in the most important race in Vietnam, the HTV Cup.

                      Khoa Vo

                      When I was 6 years old, an illness left me completely paralysed in both legs after treatment. The doctor advised me to practice swimming for physical support. After months of hard training, swimming not only helped me restore movement to my spine and one leg but also helped me find my passion. I want to stick with this sport for the rest of my life. Swimming to me is like destiny, helping me to escape the scythe of death and find joy in life. Currently, I am a coach at Yet Kieu swimming pool. In my free time, I teach swimming to children with both physical and mental disabilities. This is my way of giving back in life.

                      • Champion of 6 Para Games

                      • 20 years of national championship

                      • Asian Bronze Medal (2022)

                          Michael Cassinides

                          I’m an Australian triathlete living in Singapore. I’ve been doing triathlons for around 5 years now, and have recently gone into the 70.3 distance in 2022. I really enjoy the sport as you learn something new every day and need to keep on top of 3 sports which is a great and rewarding challenge. My main takings from triathlons are what you put out consistently in your training is what you’ll get back in your race results!

                          Best Triathlon Achievement: 

                          • 3rd place Ironman Danang 2023 
                          • 1st place overall Ironman 70.3 Vietnam 2022

                              Joan Pedret

                              I am a Spanish triathlete and former rower. I began rowing early on in my hometown and have won several national titles in that sport. Over time through tracking my performance, I discovered my potential in endurance sports like triathlons and decided to make the switch. Some of my most remarkable results have been in this discipline.

                              • 1st overall at DIT Dubai International triathlon olimpic distance
                              • 2nd AG at ITU WORLD TRIATHLON SERIES and 2 times 4th AG
                              • 2nd overall at DOHA triathlon ( 2 times ) and 1 time 4th overall
                              • 3rd overall at international half distance triathlon  Punta Cana (Dominican Republic)
                              • 1st overall at Salinas – Bani olympic distance triathlon (Dominican Republic))
                              • 3rd AG IRONMAN 70.3 Colombo – Sri Lanka
                              • 4rth AG IRONMAN 70.3 Cebú – Philiphines
                              • 1st overall (3 times ) at Katara aquathlon (Doha)
                              • 1st overall at Hatta aquathlon (United Arab Emiirates)
                              • 3rd overal at  Jubail triathlon (Saudi Arabia)
                              • 1st AG at Al hudayrat triathlon – Abu Dhabi (3 times)
                              • 1st AG at The Pearl triathlon – Doha (2 times)