• Thailand's city centre becomes the stage for three vertical run challenges at Frasers Property’s landmark office buildings: Mitrtown Office Tower, Sathorn Square and One Bangkok’s Tower 4

• THB 114,600 was raised in support of underprivileged patients through New Heart Foundation

BANGKOK, 26 MARCH 2026

Frasers Property recently hosted the ‘Bangkok Vertical Run Challenge Series 2026’ across three of its landmark office buildings in the heart of the city.

Held over the course of a month, the series kicked off on 7 February 2026 at Mitrtown Office Tower, a 32-storey building featuring 976 steps, followed by the second leg on 21 February 2026 at Sathorn Square, rising 41 storeys with 1,086 steps. The grand finale was held on 7 March 2026 at One Bangkok’s Tower 4, a 49-storey building comprising 1,605 steps, part of our landmark mega development in the heart of Bangkok. The finale event was graced by the presence of Bangkok Governor Mr Chadchart Sittipunt, who presided over the opening ceremony.

Vertical running, a competitive sport where participants race up the stairwells of high-rise buildings, is a high-intensity endurance challenge that combines cardiovascular fitness, strength and mental resilience. Participants who completed the races at all three venues earned the distinction of conquering a combined vertical height of 568.65 metres, the equivalent of ascending 3,667 steps.

Endurance, strength, and resilience — the ultimate vertical run challenge

All participants, whether competing individually or in teams, were welcomed as guests of Frasers Property Group. Beyond the personal triumph of pushing past physical limits to reach the rooftop finish line, participants were rewarded with spectacular panoramic views of Bangkok’s city centre from this vantage point. The Thai capital’s breathtaking skyline—a soaring forest of towers and gleaming skyscrapers—has earned it recognition as a world-class metropolis on par with New York, London, and other leading global cities.

Looking back at the inaugural race at Mitrtown Office Tower, more than 300 runners took to the stairs in a vibrant, high-energy atmosphere. The crowd reflected a diverse mix of participants—from teenagers and working professionals to seasoned athletes, both Thai and international.

The second leg at Sathorn Square—rising 41 storeys with 1,086 steps—presented a more formidable challenge for the more than 350 participants in attendance. A defining highlight of this race was the breathtaking morning skyline over Sathorn Road, one of Bangkok’s most iconic thoroughfares, offering runners a memorable backdrop to capture their achievement and celebrate together. In line with Frasers Property Group’s initiatives to promoting an Active Urban Lifestyle.

The competition reached its peak in the final race at One Bangkok Tower 4, a premium office building within the One Bangkok development—an integrated district spanning 108 rai in the heart of Rama IV. Rising 49 storeys with 1,605 steps, it marked the most demanding course in the series. The atmosphere was electric, with more than 450 participants cheered on by families and the wider running community. The series concluded with a celebratory gathering, where runners were rewarded with breathtaking
360-degree panoramic views of the city—bringing a fitting close to a journey defined by pride and shared achievement.

The fastest time across all three venues was claimed by world stair-climbing champion Soh Wai Ching, amid fierce competition that tested both physical endurance and mental resilience. Many runners took on the challenge with a singular goal: to surpass their personal bests—a testament to the enduring appeal of vertical running, where victory is defined not only by speed but also by the determination to push beyond one’s own limits with every step.

Running for a greater cause

As part of its community engagement outreach, Frasers Property contributed THB 100 from every registration across all three venues to support underprivileged cardiac patients through the New Heart Foundation. This meaningful initiative raised a total of THB 114,600, reflecting Frasers Property’s commitment to enhancing the quality of life by creating inclusive, healthy and resilience spaces where communities can connect and thrive.