Van Trang Wins Overall 2nd in Y Tý 42km Trail Run, Mother of 4 Defiantly Responds to Rumors About Her Figure

Video of Van Trang crossing the finish line at Y Ty (Clips and photos in the article provided by the character) The Y Ty Golden Run 2026 (September 6) witnessed one of the memorable moments in the trail running category. Overcoming steep slopes, Van Trang (nickname Jang Doll) excellently won the top female position in the 42km category. More notably, this mother of 4 children born in 2026 proudly took the overall 2nd place in the entire race, surpassing almost all the male runners (only losing to 1 person) by crossing the finish with a time of 4 hours 26 minutes. However, besides the full trophy on the 2,860m high peak of La Sen above sea level, she also dragged a wave of discussion through her very fair and spirited response to the whispers and negative comments about her appearance from some netizens. The 42km trail path at Y Ty (Lao Cai) has a total accumulated elevation of more than 1,300m. The steep terrain and the thin air in the highland area are always a nightmare for any runner. Talking about the moment of exhausting her strength to conquer the mountain peak, Van Trang shared with the reporter: "The 42km category has some steep sections that make the body almost run out of energy. At that time, I only focused on each section of the road ahead, maintaining breathing rhythm, distributing strength and replenishing energy 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. Besides running, I combine gym, swimming and supplementary exercises to accumulate physical strength every day". Running with your own feet, not with your mouth! Right after stepping down from the podium, the image of Van Trang was unexpectedly brought to some running groups to discuss in a disrespectful way. Instead of praising the professional record, the crowd focused their attention on her large natural "size 1" under the tight sports outfit, even using the phrase "carrying 2 grapefruits to run" to mock her. Not choosing to stay silent, the female runner immediately phrased back directly and harshly: "I am telling the truth, who would carry 2 grapefruits to run 42km or 55km on mountain roads! I run with my own feet, not with my appearance! The pressure you see, I see it as a 'vitamin C delivery' for the spirit. The important thing is that I still finished the race, still healthy. As for criticism, keep criticizing, I run with my own feet, not with my mouth!". Hanoi-based runner Van Trang straightforwardly expressed the wish that the crowd should have a more civilized view of female athletes: "First of all, female athletes in sports deserve to be recognized for effort and achievement. Appearance is a personal matter, while achievement is the result of years of training. When I see a girl on the running path, I hope everyone sees a person trying to conquer their own limits". She declared: "Run with your own feet, not with your mouth!". Facing the question of whether to wear more modest or looser clothing to avoid prying eyes, the Y Ty champion decisively said: "Sports clothing must first be comfortable and safe. If I change myself just to avoid gossip, perhaps I would always have to live according to other people's eyes. I choose to focus on the running path and my own goals. Marathon taught me that I don't always run in perfect conditions. Life is the same. Praise makes me happy, criticism helps me reflect, and malicious words I learn to ignore". The glory at La Sen is over, the next goal of this mother of 4 is to conquer the more intense 70km Ultra Trail category in the upcoming VMM run and at the end of the year is the 100km category. "Just let the achievements speak. I don't need to become the version that others want to see. Just becoming a better version of myself every day is enough", Van Trang expressed her determination for the next journey. Some images of Van Trang participating in other running events