Van Trang conquers Lảo Thẩn peak: 2nd overall in 42km Y Ti Golden 2026 amid endless whispers

The moment Vân Trang stepped down from the podium at the 2.860-meter Lảo Thẩn peak in the 42km trail race at Y Ti during the Golden 2026 event on September 6, where the course accumulated over 1.300 meters of elevation gain and thin air at high altitude, sparked online whispers and mockery using terms like 'carrying two grapefruits while running'. The mother of four, born in 2026 and nicknamed Jang Doll, responded directly: 'I really don't know who carries two grapefruits running 42km or 55km mountain trails! I run with my own feet, not because of my looks, that's why they brought me to these groups to talk!'. Her words echoed like a manifesto, making the entire race stir. Despite losing to only one male runner with a time of 4 hours 26 minutes, she secured 2nd overall, proving that achievement is not to be judged. In the context of the Y Ti Golden 2026 race on September 6, where steep terrain and high-altitude conditions are major challenges, this moment was not just a victory but a profound dialogue about how the media and community view female runners.