"Inspiring Dreams and Courage in Children with Leukemia and Pediatric Cancer"

Mudeungsan Double Heart International Trail Run to Take Place on the 19th

Hosted by the Korea Leukemia & Pediatric Cancer Association Gwangju Jeonnam Branch

Chairman Choi Youngjun: "Hope for Children Battling Illness"

The "2026 Mudeungsan Double Heart International Trail Run," an event dedicated to supporting the recovery and cure of children with leukemia and pediatric cancer, will take place on the 19th around Mudeungsan Mountain in Gwangju.

Jointly organized by the Korea Leukemia & Pediatric Cancer Association Gwangju Jeonnam Branch (Chairman Choi Youngjun), the Hwasun County Sports Council, and CUK Company Co., Ltd., the race is expected to attract around 600 runners who registered in advance.

The race will begin at 7 a.m. from the main stadium at Chosun University, following a trail course through Mudeungsan Mountain, with participants required to return to the starting point by 6 p.m. There are three courses based on distance: Ultra (47 km), Challenge (36 km), and Healing (16 km).

The "2026 Mudeungsan Double Heart International Trail Run" event, aimed at giving hope to pediatric leukemia and cancer patients, will take place on the 19th around Mudeungsan in Gwangju.
[Photo by Korea Leukemia & Childhood Cancer Association Gwangju-Jeonnam Branch]

Now in its second year, the event is named after the association's "Double Heart" logo, and a portion of the entry fees will be donated to support medical treatment and care for children with leukemia and pediatric cancer, embodying the spirit of giving.

Chairman Choi Youngjun stated, "I hope the energy of runners completing the course across Mudeungsan Mountain will be passed on as hope to children who are battling illness."

Minkyungjun, President of the Hwasun Triathlon Association, also emphasized, "The participants' sweat and determination will give great courage to these children."

An Hoepal, Head of CUK Company Co., Ltd., commented, "Given the nature of trail running, safety is our top priority," adding, "We will ensure the event is completed without a single incident by deploying a thorough safety team and support system."

Meanwhile, to protect the environment of Mudeungsan National Park, a UNESCO Global Geopark, this year's event will implement a "Zero Plastic" policy. Participants are required to bring their own cups, and to reduce forest damage and congestion, a "wave start" system will be introduced, with groups of 10 runners starting at one-minute intervals.

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