Running in the Philippines is set to reach a new level of nationwide prominence by 2026
Singlife Philippines, in partnership with RUNRIO, has officially launched the Singlife Philippine Marathon Majors—a premier running series featuring eight world-class races spanning Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
“We really want to encourage Filipinos to embrace a healthy lifestyle through running. At the same time, we’re creating a platform and opportunity for our national athletes by staging events like these. We want local runners to explore different parts of the country and also attract international participants,” said Rio de la Cruz, RUNRIO President and CEO.
Lester Cruz, CEO of Singlife Philippines, added: “Running is more than a sport—it’s discipline, preparation, and a lifestyle. Through the Philippine Marathon Majors, we aim to champion the health, resilience, and aspirations of every runner—wherever they are in the country—while sparking meaningful conversations around financial independence.”
Singlife will serve as the title sponsor for five of the eight marathons, which include the Iloilo Marathon on April 12, the Cebu International Marathon on July 12, the Davao Marathon on August 15, the One Clark International Marathon on September 20, and the Cagayan de Oro Marathon on December 13. The series is presented by SM Supermalls and supported by the Department of Tourism (DOT).
Completing the lineup are the Ayala Philippine Marathon 2026 on February 22, the Galaxy Manila Marathon on June 7, and the Trilogy Run Asia National Finals on November 8, making the Singlife Philippine Marathon Majors the largest and most comprehensive marathon circuit in the country.
All marathon routes are certified by World Athletics and the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS), ensuring global standards of competition. The series is also sanctioned by the Philippine Athletics Track and Field Association (PATAFA).
To further raise the stakes, top performers will be rewarded with cash prizes of P100,000 for first place, P50,000 for second, P30,000 for third, P20,000 for fourth, and P10,000 for fifth. Participants in each race will also have a chance to win a brand-new car through a raffle.
Finishers of the Singlife Philippine Marathon Majors will receive a special commemorative medal for every race completed, allowing runners to collect all eight medals over multiple years.
“It’s a commitment—you can finish all eight majors in two to three years, or even five. We’re in it for the long haul,” de la Cruz emphasized.
