Vân Trang conquers Lảo Thẩn: Wins 42km female at Y Tý Golden Season 2026, outpaces male runners

Video Vân Trang crosses the finish line at Y Tý (Clip and photos in the article provided by the character) The Y Tý Golden Season 2026 race (on September 6) witnessed one of the memorable moments in the trail running category. Overcoming the steep paths, Vân Trang (nickname Jang Doll) has excellently won the top 1 female 42km category. More notably, this mother of 4 born in 2026 also proudly took the top 2 position in the overall race, surpassing almost all male runners (losing to only one person) when she crossed the finish with a time of 4 hours 26 minutes. However, besides the proud title on the peak of Lảo Thẩn at 2,860m above sea level, she also attracted a wave of discussion with her very frank and personality-filled response to some gossip and negative comments about her appearance from some netizens. The 42km trail path at Y Tý (Lào Cai) has a total elevation gain of over 1,300m. The steep terrain and high-altitude thin air are always a nightmare for any runner. Talking about the moment of exhausting all energy to conquer the mountain, Vân Trang shared with the reporter: "The 42km category has some steep sections that make the body almost run out of energy. At that time, I only focused on the path ahead, keep breathing rhythm, distribute energy and replenish at the right time. I always remind myself: 'Stay calm, as long as there is strength, there is still opportunity'. This endurance comes from regularity and discipline. Besides running, I combine gym, swimming and various supplementary exercises to accumulate physical strength every day". Running with both legs, not with the mouth of the world! Right after stepping down from the podium, the image of Vân Trang was unexpectedly brought to some running groups to be discussed in an unseemly way. Instead of honoring the professional record, the crowd poured attention into her 'natural large 1' under the tight sports outfit, even using the phrase 'carrying 2 grapefruit while running' to mock. Not choosing to stay silent, the female runner immediately responded directly and very harshly: "I'm telling the truth, who carries 2 grapefruit to run 42km or 55km mountain roads? I run with my legs, not because of appearance. People see pressure, I see it as motivation 'vitamin C supplement' for the spirit. The important thing is I still finished, still healthy. As for criticism, let them criticize, I run with my own feet, not with the mouth of the world!". The runner from Hanoi straight to the point expressed hope that the public should have a more civilized view of the 'sporty girls': "Women who play sports should first be recognized for their efforts and achievements. Appearance is each person's story, and achievement is the result of years of training. When looking at a girl on the run, I hope everyone sees a person trying to conquer their own limits". She declared: "Run with your own feet, don't run with the world's mouth!" Facing the question if she should wear more modest or more revealing to avoid prying eyes, the Y Tý champion decisively said: "Sports clothing must first be comfortable and safe. If I change myself just because I fear the eyes, perhaps I will always have to live according to the eyes of others. I choose to focus on the running path and my goal. Marathon taught me that I am not always running in perfect conditions. Life is the same. Compliments make me happy, criticism helps me reflect, and ill-intentioned words I learn to ignore". The glory at Lảo Thẩn is over, the next goal of this mother of 4 is to conquer the more intense Ultra Trail category at the upcoming VMM 70km race and at the end of the year the 100km category. "Let the achievements speak. I don't need to become the version that others want to see. Just becoming a better version of myself every day is enough", Vân Trang expressed determination for the next journey. Some images of Vân Trang participating in other running races. To delve deeper into the story, we need to look back at Vân Trang's long and arduous journey in conquering trail paths. Born in 2026, the mother of 4 has dedicated decades of training to reach the current peak. From her first running sessions in Da Nang, Vân Trang always combines gym, swimming, and supplementary exercises to build a solid endurance foundation. The highlight is that she always maintains a steady breathing rhythm, rationally allocates energy throughout the 42km, especially in the steep sections at Lảo Thẩn. This patience and discipline not only helped her overcome the harsh terrain but also transformed pressure from social media gossip into internal motivation. Many professional runners who watched the footage of her crossing the finish praised her smooth approach, emphasizing that true achievement lies in absolute focus on each meter rather than worrying about appearance. The Y Tý Golden Season 2026 path is not only a test of altitude at 2860m but also requires quick adaptation to high-altitude conditions where thin air makes breathing tiring. Vân Trang proved with her 4 hours 26 minutes that Vietnamese female runners can match men in long distances, losing to only one male athlete. This has sparked a major discussion in the sports community about gender in trail running. Many opinions say her achievement is clear evidence of the potential of Vietnamese women in dangerous sports. However, the wave of appearance criticism from some netizens made her respond frankly. In her direct reply, Vân Trang affirmed she runs with her legs and effort, not appearance. She emphasized that compliments and criticisms are valuable lessons from the marathon, where she learned to ignore ill-intentioned comments. Every day, Vân Trang maintains a regular training routine, combining gym to build muscle strength, swimming to improve breathing, and supplementary exercises to balance physical condition. This 42km female victory is a stepping stone to a larger goal, with the upcoming VMM 70km and 100km as the destination. Her journey through other races like long-distance running, trail marathons in the North and South has built an image of a comprehensive female athlete. Despite her 35 years old, she maintains an energetic life with her busy mother role, but the priority is still her running passion. Many clips recorded her overcoming hills, distributing water and energy have spread widely, attracting thousands of young runners to follow her style. On the podium, Vân Trang's confident smile reflects satisfaction with the long journey, despite the gossip. She chooses to focus on achievements rather than changing outfits to avoid prying eyes. The question about modifying oneself due to comments was decisively answered. The marathon taught her that life is not perfect, but maintaining self-confidence is the key. The 70km goal upcoming will test ultra endurance, but with the current foundation, Vân Trang believes she can conquer it. The 100km goal at the end of the year is a big ambition, where she will combine all the skills she has honed. The Y Tý Golden Season 2026 story is a proof of the endurance of Vietnamese women, where a mother of 4 brings back the top 2 overall title despite losing to only one male runner. Despite clips and photos, Vân Trang remains calm, focusing on achievements. This race is not just a race but a source of inspiration for the running community, encouraging everyone to run with their legs and perseverance. Thousands of runners who followed learned the lesson of discipline, energy distribution, and maintaining breathing rhythm. Vân Trang shared that endurance comes from gym, swimming, and daily supplements. Despite pressure, she chooses motivation over criticism. The Lảo Thẩn story at 2860m is a journey full of inspiration, where she overcomes limits. Top 1 female and top 2 overall is a well-deserved achievement, surpassing male runners. Her response about appearance is evidence of frank personality. The desire for a more civilized view of female athletes is a spreading message. Comfortable clothing is the priority, not because of eyes. Determination for 70km and 100km is the next journey. Achievements speak, becoming better every day. The Y Tý Golden Season 2026 witnessed a memorable moment. Vân Trang conquered the Lảo Thẩn peak. Top 1 female 42km, top 2 overall. Outpaced male runners. Frank response about appearance. Desiring civilized views. Comfortable clothing. Determination for 70km and 100km. Running with legs. Striving to conquer limits. 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