Rock 'n Roll Running Series Manila slated Nov. 24

MANILA – More than 4,000 runners across various categories have registered for the ASICS Rock ‘n’ Roll Series Manila at Rizal Park on Nov. 24.

Participants will get the chance to run, rock, and revel under the dazzling holiday lights in the night race organized by the IRONMAN Group.

"It’s all about having fun. It’s about memories, miles, music, medals, and Manila,” Princess Galura, general manager of Sunrise Events, part of The IRONMAN Group, said during the weekly Philippine Sportswriters Association (PSA) Forum at the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex in Manila on Tuesday.

“For the past two years, runners have enjoyed this musical journey. Now, we look forward to bringing you the EVO City Front Act Run as a teaser to the main event in November,” she said.

The Front Act Run, which will be held at EVO City in Cavite on Oct. 20, is expected to gather families, friends, and fitness enthusiasts in a celebration of music and health.

Race director Julian Valencia and Manila Sports Council’s Ruel de Guzman also attended the weekly session presented by San Miguel Corp., Philippine Sports Commission, Philippine Olympic Committee, MILO, Smart/PLDT, and the country’s 24/7 sports app Arena Plus.

The RnR Series, which features 5km, 10km, and 21km races, will take runners through some of the city’s most famous landmarks, including Jones Bridge, Intramuros, Rizal Park, the National Museum, and Manila City Hall.

“ASICS fervently encourages the belief that a sound mind and a sound body are the pillars of true well-being, illuminating the path to a healthier and more fulfilled community,” Kabir Buxani, director of Sonak Corp., the Philippine distributor of ASICS, said in a statement.

Melissa Henson, AIA Philippines chief marketing officer, also expressed excitement for the RnR Series.

“Being active is key to achieving and sustaining physical and mental well-being. Events like this make staying active more enjoyable, and AIA is pleased to support an event that helps Filipinos live healthier, longer, better lives,” she said in a separate statement.

Online registration for both the October and November events is ongoing. For more information, visit www.runrocknroll.com/manila. (PNA)