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Every marathon is measured in kilometers, but the moments that stay with runners long after the finish line are often the ones in between. For one historic first, EDSA was transformed from Metro Manila’s busiest highway into a landmark marathon route, as 25,000 runners came together for the Galaxy Manila Marathon 2026.

Held on June 12 to 13, 2026, the Galaxy Manila Marathon marked a historic first for Philippine running with the first-ever full marathon route traversing EDSA end-to-end. Through its partnership with RUNRIO and SM Supermalls, Samsung helped champion a milestone that brought together thousands of runners through endurance, personal achievement, and community.

Marathoners make their way through the EDSA-Ayala underpass along the historic route, sustaining rhythm through a continuous stretch of the course. Photo captured using the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra by Team Galaxy and photographer
Jilson Tiu.

In celebration of Philippine Independence Day, the event brought together elite athletes, fitness enthusiasts, first-time runners, families, and communities across 5KM, 10KM, 21KM, and 42KM race categories. The full marathon began late June 12, guiding runners along a historic route that reimagines one of the country’s most recognizable roads as a space for movement and collective achievement.

Capturing this momentous transformation was photographer Jilson Tiu, who documented the Galaxy Manila Marathon using the Galaxy S26 Ultra. His photographs chronicle a rare shift of EDSA, revealing a city in motion where runners, supporters, and the urban landscape converge around a common purpose. Throughout the course, the Galaxy S26 Ultra enabled Jilson to capture the scale, energy, and emotion of a marathon that redefined how EDSA is experienced.

Samsung Electronics Philippines Mobile Experience (MX) Head Kristine Go shared talks about the brand’s continued
commitment to wellness with Samsung’s Galaxy ecosystem.

“The Galaxy Manila Marathon is a strong expression of Samsung’s vision for connected wellness, where technology and lifestyle intersect to inspire healthier, more intentional living. This year reflects a growing community that values progress, resilience, and deeper connections,” Samsung Electronics Philippines Mobile Experience (MX) Head Kristine Go shared.

“Through Samsung’s Galaxy ecosystem, we aim to enable more seamless wellness journeys that extend beyond race day, supporting how people move, recover, and live with greater purpose every day,” Go emphasized.

What unfolded was more than a race; it reflected how running in the Philippines has evolved into a more empowered, community-driven pursuit of wellness, where health is seen not just as a goal, but as a lifelong journey shaped by consistency, mindset, and memorable experiences rather than distance and speed.

A Growing Movement for Connected Wellness

Powered by Samsung’s latest Galaxy Watch innovations, Samsung showcased how connected technology can support healthier lifestyles at the Galaxy Manila Marathon 2026. Featured at the event were the Galaxy Watch8, Galaxy Watch8 Classic, and Galaxy Watch Ultra, showcasing Samsung’s latest approach to fitness, recovery, and everyday wellness.

Beyond performance metrics, the Galaxy Watch8 delivers adaptive coaching through Running Coach, offering tailored training and real-time guidance based on individual fitness levels. This supports users to prepare more effectively for goals ranging from their first 5KM to a full marathon.

Key wellness features such as Energy Score provide a snapshot of physical and mental readiness, helping users better understand when to push forward or prioritize recovery. Meanwhile, advanced BioActive Sensor technology and Antioxidant Index offer deeper health insights beyond traditional fitness data. Together with the broader Galaxy ecosystem, Samsung continues to empower users to train smarter, recover better, and cultivate healthier habits that extend far beyond race day.

Powered by Community, Inspired by Progress

With the success of the Galaxy Manila Marathon, Samsung continues to strengthen its commitment to connected wellness in the Philippines. The Run with Galaxy initiative brings Filipinos together through shared experiences rooted in movement, community, and wellbeing.

Supported by the Department of Tourism (DOT), the marathon series features routes certified by the World Athletics and the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS), and sanctioned by the Philippine Athletics Track and Field Association (PATAFA), reflecting Samsung’s continued focus on delivering meaningful experiences at scale.

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Metro Manila is constantly evolving, and at the heart of its next phase of urban growth is one defining artery: C5. Once regarded simply as an alternative to EDSA, C5 has transformed into a powerful growth corridor—anchoring major infrastructure projects, thriving business districts, and master-planned communities. Rising at the center of this transformation is Haraya Residences, a modern vertical gated village within Bridgetowne Destination Estate, Pasig City.

C5: A strategic urban spine

Stretching along the eastern side of Metro Manila, C5 links key cities including Pasig, Mandaluyong, Taguig, Makati, and Quezon City. Its strategic importance lies not just in its reach, but in how it connects everyday life—bringing homes closer to workplaces, schools, hospitals, and leisure destinations.

Over the years, the corridor has attracted large-scale developments, positioning C5 as one of the metro’s most dynamic and in-demand addresses. As connectivity improves through expanded road networks and public transport, it continues to support convenient city living while reinforcing the long-term value of real estate properties in well-connected locations.

Seamless connectivity across Metro Manila

C5 functions as one of Metro Manila’s most important mobility corridors, offering access to major expressways including SLEX, Skyway, and CAVITEX, with the future NLEX–C5 Link set to further strengthen its north–south connectivity. From Haraya Residences, this translates into more efficient travel to key business districts, residential communities, and lifestyle hubs across the metro.

Its direct connection to SLEX, via the C5–SLEX interchange and Skyway access points, allows convenient travel toward Makati, Muntinlupa, Laguna, and Batangas, making both daily commutes and weekend trips to the south more time-efficient.

On the southern end, the CAVITEX–C5 Link Expressway extends C5 toward Cavite and Las Piñas, reducing travel time to emerging residential areas and key transport gateways.

Looking ahead, the completion of the NLEX–C5 Link will provide a seamless route to northern growth areas such as Bulacan and Pampanga, offering residents greater flexibility and mobility without heavy reliance on inner-city roads.

Living within Bridgetowne Destination Estate

Haraya Residences enjoys a prime position within Bridgetowne Destination Estate, a thoughtfully master-planned mixed-use community designed as a complete urban destination. Here, residential living is integrated with offices, hotels, retail spaces, open areas, and lifestyle destinations, creating a well-balanced and vibrant environment.

Connectivity within Bridgetowne is set to improve further with the completion of the MRT-4 line, with Tiendesitas and Rosario Stations located nearby. Plans for a future ferry station within the estate will add another layer of accessibility, supporting a more connected and multi-modal lifestyle.

Close to what matters most

Living along the C5 corridor places Haraya Residences near key institutions across Metro Manila. Schools and universities in Pasig, Quezon City, Mandaluyong, and Taguig are easily accessible, making school runs more manageable for families. Leading hospitals and medical centers are also located along or near C5, providing residents with quick access to quality healthcare.

Surrounded by major business hubs such as Ortigas Center, Bonifacio Global City, Eastwood City, and Makati Central Business District, the location supports shorter commutes and improved work-life balance.

Haraya Residences redefines contemporary urban living as a luxury vertical gated village at the heart of Bridgetowne Estate, Pasig. Thoughtfully designed for today’s discerning homeowner, the two-tower development offers one-, two-, and three-bedroom units, with select residences featuring the exclusivity of a private lift.

The development seamlessly blends architecture, nature, and innovation—featuring flexible, light-filled layouts with expansive loggias, curated indoor and outdoor amenities, and spaces that foster both privacy and community. Inspired by the Filipino word “haraya,” meaning imagination, Haraya Residences envisions a new way of living that prioritizes comfort, connection, and well-being while embracing the evolving rhythm of modern city life.

Galaxy Manila Marathon 2026: A Historic run Through EDSA captured with the Galaxy S26 Ultra

Why Haraya Residences is strategically positioned along the C5 Corridor