Camacho leads 12,500-strong field in Women’s Run PH

Handout photo.MANILA — Maricar Camacho emerged as the fastest runner in the 2026 Lactacyd Women’s Run PH, topping the 10K race as around 12,500 participants joined the event on Sunday at Ayala Triangle Gardens in Makati City.

Camacho clocked 41 minutes and 27 seconds, finishing nearly two minutes ahead of Mea Gey Adialiaan Ninura, who placed second in 43:23. Jennelyn Isibido finished third in 43:24.

Jo Punay ruled the 5K category in 21:18, followed by Pauline Kaye Escuro (22:53) and Maria Jonna Liza Abutas (23:54).

Jema Marcelyn Funtanar topped the 1K race in 5:46, with Amaria Rondilla finishing second in 6:26 and London Mendoza taking third in 6:58.

The event drew around 12,500 runners for a celebration of women’s empowerment, fitness and community, with Lactacyd serving as the title sponsor.

Beyond the competition, the Lactacyd Women’s Run PH continued to promote active lifestyles among women of different ages and fitness levels, using sport as a platform to celebrate their strength.

HydroAid served as the event’s official electrolyte drink partner, Refresh as the official hydration partner, and the PGH Cancer Survivors Organization as the official advocacy partner.

Following the strong turnout in Makati, the race series will continue with two more legs next year, with Davao hosting the event in January and Iloilo in July.