RUNRIO president Rio de la Cruz joins SM Clark mall manager Marian Grace Gavino, Singlife CEO Lester Cruz, race director Jumbo Tayag of GoRace PH and Clark Tourism officer Ian Paulo Mejia in rolling out the Singlife One Clark International Marathon on 20 September in Clark Parade Grounds.
PHOTOGRAPH courtesy of runrio
The Singlife One Clark International Marathon presented by SM Supermalls officially launched its 2026 campaign, inviting runners from across the Philippines and around the world to experience a world-class marathon in one of the country’s fastest-growing sports tourism destinations.
Set on 20 September at the Clark Parade Grounds, the Singlife One Clark International Marathon offers participants the opportunity to race through the wide, scenic roads of Clark Freeport Zone one of the Philippines’ premier destinations known for its modern infrastructure, lush green spaces, and international accessibility.
As the sixth leg of the Singlife Philippine Marathon Majors, the country’s premier marathon series organized by RUNRIO Inc., the Singlife One Clark International Marathon is held in partnership with Go Clark, the event’s local organizer, bringing together national expertise and local leadership to deliver a race experience while promoting Clark as one of the Philippines leading destinations for sports tourism and international events.
The campaign launch gathered members of the media, representatives from the local government officials, running communities, sponsors, and partners to unveil this year’s race highlights and reinforce Clark’s position as one of the country’s premier destinations for major sporting events.
As the official title sponsor, Singlife continues its commitment to promoting healthier lifestyles through running while providing every registered participant with complimentary Singlife insurance coverage included in their race registration, with coverage beginning prior to race day, subject to applicable terms and conditions.
“The Singlife Philippine Marathon Majors continues to redefine the marathon experience by bringing world class races to destinations that showcase the very best of the Philippines,” RUNRIO president Rio de la Cruz said during the launch.
“Clark offers the perfect setting-with its fast race course, modern infrastructure, and accessibility-for runners chasing personal bests while discovering one of the country’s premier tourism and business hubs.”
The Singlife One Clark International Marathon will feature four race categories 42KM, 21KM, 10KM and 5KM.
