Van Trang, mother of four, wins Y Ty 42km and responds to body shamers: ‘I run with my legs, not with other people’s mouths’

On September 6, 2026, Van Trang – nicknamed Jang Doll – crossed the finish line of the 42km category at the Y Ty Golden Season 2026 race in Lao Cai in 4 hours 26 minutes. Born in 2026 and a mother of four, she finished first among women and second overall, behind only one male runner. The 42km route at Y Ty had more than 1,300m of cumulative elevation gain. Van Trang said she focused on each section and kept a steady rhythm. She also credited gym, swimming and supplementary training for her endurance. After the race, some online running groups mocked her body instead of praising her result, using a crude phrase about carrying two grapefruits while running. Van Trang hit back strongly, saying she runs with her legs, not with other people’s mouths. She urged the community to respect female athletes for their effort and performance, not their appearance. She rejected the idea of changing her sports outfit to avoid stares, saying clothing must first be comfortable and safe. Her next goals are the VMM 70km race and a 100km event at the end of 2026.