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The First and Longest Footrace in the Philippines
An extraordinary 1,300-kilometer ultra-endurance challenge across the Philippines, featuring Irene Tan, a runner from General Santos City.

View full mapWhy this challenge is remarkable
Covering approximately 1,300 kilometers on foot calls for exceptional endurance, determination, planning, and resilience across many days of continuous effort.
About the challenge
Participants undertake an extreme multi-day ultra-distance route beginning in Manila and progressing toward Davao, as shown on the supplied official event graphic.
GenSan connection
General Santos City is represented in this extraordinary challenge by Irene Tan, a GenSan runner taking on the 1,300 KM ultra-distance event.
Route
The official route graphic shows the race progressing from Manila through multiple areas of Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao toward Davao.
Featured runner
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Why visitors and locals may find this story inspiring
This challenge is more than a test of distance. It is a story of endurance, determination and the remarkable commitment required to keep moving across 1,300 kilometers. VisitGenSan is proud to spotlight Irene Tan as she represents General Santos City in this extraordinary journey.









