Van Trang Breaks the Laosan Summit: Running on Feet, Not on Gossip

The moment Vân Trang crossed the finish line with a time of 4 hours 26 minutes on the 42km trail at Y Tý (Lào Cai) on September 6, 2026, marked an unexpected chapter in the Golden Season 2026 trail running series. The 2026-born athlete, known as Jang Doll and mother of four, not only claimed the female 42km title but also secured second overall, losing by just one male runner. The gap between 4 hours 26 minutes and second place highlights the exceptional endurance of this mother of four. The 42km trail at Y Tý boasts over 1,300m cumulative elevation gain, with steep climbs and high-altitude thin air being a nightmare for any runner. Yet Vân Trang transformed the challenge into fuel. "The 42km course has steep sections that drain the body near its limits. At those moments, I focused only on the path ahead, maintaining rhythm, pacing effort, and timing energy intake. I always reminded myself: 'Stay calm, as long as I have strength, there is still hope.' This endurance comes from daily consistency and discipline. Besides running, I combine gym, swimming, and strength training to build physical reserves year-round," she shared after stepping off the podium.