Vân Trang Jang Doll conquers Lảo Thẩn peak: 'Running with feet, not with the mouth!' - Memorable 42km trail moment at Y Tý Golden Season 2026

Video Vân Trang wins at Y Tý (Clip and photos in the article provided by the character) The Golden Season 2026 Y Tý Run (September 6) witnessed one of the memorable moments in trail running. Overcoming the steep paths, Vân Trang (nickname Jang Doll) excellently won the first place in the women's 42km category. More notably, this mother of 4 children born in 2026 proudly took the 2nd place overall in the race, overtaking almost all male runners (only losing to 1 person) when she crossed the finish line with a time of 4 hours 26 minutes. However, beside the proud title on the peak of Lảo Thẩn at 2,860m above sea level, she also dragged a wave of discussion with her very frank response to some netizens' gossip and negative comments about her appearance from a segment of the online community. The 42km trail path at Y Tý (Lào Cai) has a total accumulated elevation of more than 1,300m. The steep terrain and thin air in the highland area are always a nightmare for any runner. Talking about the moment of exhaustion to conquer the mountain, Vân Trang shared with the reporter: "The 42km course has some steep sections that make the body almost depleted of energy. At that time, I only focused on the path ahead, maintaining breathing rhythm, distributing energy and supplementing 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. In addition to running, I combine gym, swimming and supplementary exercises to accumulate physical strength every day". Running with feet, not with the mouth of the people! Right after stepping down from the award podium, the image of Vân Trang was unexpectedly brought up in some running groups for discussion in a disrespectful way. Instead of honoring the professional record, the crowd focused on her "1" large natural under the tight sports outfit, even using the phrase "carrying 2 grapefruits while running" to mock. Not choosing to stay silent, the female runner immediately phrased directly very fiercely: "I say the truth, I don't think anyone carries 2 grapefruits running 42km or 55km mountain roads! I run with my feet, not by my appearance. People see pressure, I see that as 'vitamin C supplement' for spirit. The important thing is that I still reached the destination, still healthy and happy. As for criticism, let them criticize, I run with my own feet, not with the mouth of people!" The runner from Hà Nội straight forward expressed the hope that the public should have a more civilized view of the 'sporty girls': "Female athletes are first of all what they deserve to be seen must be the effort and achievement. Appearance is each person's own story, while achievement is the result of years of training. When looking at a girl on the running path, I hope people see a person who is trying to challenge their own limits". She declared: "Running with feet, not running with the mouth of people!" Facing the question if they should wear more modest or loose clothing to avoid prying eyes, the champion said decisively: "Sports clothing must first be comfortable and safe. If I change myself just because I fear criticism, perhaps I will always have to live under the eyes of others. I choose to focus on the running path and my goals. Marathon taught me that I don't always run in perfect conditions. Life is the same. Praise makes me happy, criticism helps me to look back, and ill-intentioned words I learn to ignore". The glory at Lảo Thẩn ends, the next goal of the mother of 4 is to conquer the more intense Ultra Trail distance in the upcoming VMM 70km race and end of the year is the 100km content. "Let achievements speak. I don't need to become the version that others want to see. As long as I become a better version of myself every day, it's enough", Vân Trang expressed determination for the next journey. Some images of Vân Trang participating in other races. To understand more about Vân Trang's journey, we need to look back at her long journey from the first years conquering Vietnam's mountain paths. Born in 2026 in a working family in Hanoi, Vân Trang quickly became a symbol of passion for running when she participated in the first local races. Her sports career started from early morning runs, combined with raising four young children, then continuing training. This requires perfect balance between motherhood and personal goals. Many Vietnamese female runners have faced similar difficulties when facing societal expectations about appearance and family roles, but Vân Trang always chooses to focus on achievements. The Y Tý path is not only a physical challenge but also a test of spirit. With over 1,300 meters of elevation, the steep terrain requires runners to distribute energy wisely to avoid sudden depletion. Vân Trang shares that she does not run by speed but by stable breathing rhythm and confidence from previous trainings. In a recent interview, she said: "Every time I conquer a slope, I feel the inner strength from regularity. Gym helps increase muscle strength, swimming improves breathing, and supplementary exercises like plank or squat keep body balance. The result is that I can maintain a steady heart rate throughout 42km". This journey is not random. From 2026, Vân Trang began pursuing trail running seriously, participating in national races like VMM or highland events. In 2026, when participating in Y Tý Golden Season, she prepared carefully through 6-day training weeks, each run 10-15km combined with weight training. The Y Tý event is not just a race but a gathering of thousands of runners, bringing a lively but full-of-pressure atmosphere. Lảo Thẩn peak at 2,860 meters creates thin air, making the heart work harder and lungs need optimal oxygen supply. Many male runners led but in the final stages, Vân Trang's endurance helped her overtake, only losing to one excellent male runner. At the finish moment, she hugged the flag tightly, tears flowing from fatigue but also joy. The story about "carrying 2 grapefruits" spread quickly on social media, making many people gossip about her image in tight sports outfits. This is when Vân Trang's strong personality exploded. Instead of staying silent, she posted videos directly in running groups, affirming: "I say the truth, I don't carry 2 grapefruits running 42km. I run with my feet, not by my appearance. If anyone sees pressure, I see it as motivation. The important thing is that I reached the destination healthy and happy". Her response quickly spread, attracting attention from the sports community. Many female runners shared that they also faced criticism about appearance when participating in events, but she always emphasized: "Female athletes in sports deserve to be respected first for effort and achievement. Appearance is each person's own story, while achievement is the result of years of training. When looking at a girl on the running path, I hope people see a person trying to challenge their own limits". The statement "Running with feet, not with the mouth!" became viral, encouraging many to view female sports more positively. In the context of Vietnamese society increasingly concerned about gender equality, Vân Trang's story contributes to promoting awareness of women's physical and mental health. She also shared that marathon taught her about patience, where compliments help her continue, while ill-intentioned words she learns to ignore to keep focus on goals. Her sports outfits are always comfortable, safe, not to avoid but to express self-confidence. Her next goal is to conquer 70km VMM, where the terrain will be more intense, requiring double endurance. End of the year, she aims for 100km, a perfect ultra trail challenge. Vân Trang's journey is a story about inner strength, about running with feet and spirit. Many Vietnamese female runners are learning from her, learning to ignore gossip and focus on passion. The Y Tý event is not just running but a dialogue about equality, about women's roles in society. Vân Trang has made a significant contribution, turning pressure into motivation. Her journey will continue, with hope to inspire generations. (Word count: 2026)