About 8,000 runners embarked on the adventure of a lifetime as the highly anticipated One Piece Run 2025 turned the streets around SM City Fairview into a vibrant voyage across the Grand Line on Sunday.
Leading the pack in the 10K category were John Christian Balonso (39:28) and Maria Rozy Zepeda (50:04), both displaying speed and endurance worthy of the Pirate King himself.
In the men’s division, John Paul Enriquez (41:39) and Cedric Joshua Parcellano (43:13) completed the top three, while Marjorie Braza (51:52) and Jyra Lahay Lahay (58:27) joined Zepeda on the women’s podium.
The fun run transformed into a lively sea of Straw Hat Pirates, anime fans, and fitness enthusiasts, blending health and fandom in an atmosphere bursting with energy and color. The event was staged in partnership with SM Fairview, SM Fandom, and Toei Animation, and organized by RUNRIO.
In the 5K race, Mark Angelo Biagtan (17:49) ruled the men’s division, followed by Joruss Delgado (18:24) and Joeross Simangan (18:57). Among women, Jo Punay (22:42) claimed the top spot, trailed by Jamie Del Rosario (27:45) and Hannah Dacanay (27:50).
The 3K category saw Cavin Vidal (10:53) emerge as the fastest male runner, ahead of Zed Icarus Balanday (12:51) and Lyndon Gatasi (13:02). Rochelle Nina Pingol (18:35) topped the women’s side, followed closely by Asti Nasayao (18:43) and Rachel Anne Balverde (18:50).
In the 1K fun run, Joseph Fontamillas (5:12) took first place in the men’s division, beating Arjay Dela Cruz (5:17) and Ernie Vie Estoque (6:46). Ayra Jerica Acosta (7:05) led the women’s race, ahead of Francesca Dominique Apolinario (7:09) and Tiara Jerisse Medina (7:17).
The event was supported by Clover Chips, Leslie’s Snacks, Farmer John Premium Potato Chips, Nacho Corn Chips, Chippy, Mr. Chips, Film Concerts Philippines, Surf, Vaseline, Dove Soap, Dove Body Wash, Park Access, and Salonpas as sponsors; SIP, SIP Plus, and Nutrifizz as official hydration partners; and Hey! Salad as a food partner.
