THE EFGH NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Singapore's leading distance runners on one national stage — held as part of the BYD Singapore International Marathon presented by Adidas.
CATEGORY
MARATHON & HALF
WHEN
6 DEC 2026
MARATHON PRIZE
S$30,000
OFFICIAL FINTERNET & SPONSOR OF
THE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
FLAG-OFF IN
The EFGH National Championships brings together Singapore's leading distance runners on one of the country's biggest sporting stages. Held as part of the BYD Singapore International Marathon presented by adidas, the Championships celebrate excellence, perseverance and the pursuit of progress.
More than a race, it represents a shared commitment to supporting local athletes and strengthening Singapore's endurance sports ecosystem. As naming partner, EFGH is proud to play a part in helping Singapore's sporting community continue to grow and thrive.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
SINGAPORE'S TOP RUNNERS.
ONE NATIONAL STAGE.
S$30,000
Marathon Champion Prize
THE REFRESHED CHAMPIONSHIPS
INTRODUCE ENHANCED ATHLETE SUPPORT
Waived registration fees
Dedicated race pen and race flag-off
Elite hydration and refuelling stations
Transport to the start line
Dedicated broadcast focus
CHAPTER 1
WHY WE SUPPORT
THE CHAMPIONSHIP
Great performances rarely happen overnight. They are built through years of discipline, sacrifice and support. At EFGH, we believe the same principles apply beyond sport — progress depends on strong foundations and systems that enable people to perform at their best.
That is why we are proud to support the EFGH National Championships and contribute to the continued development of distance running in Singapore. As a company founded in Singapore with growing international ambitions, we believe success should be accompanied by a commitment to the communities we serve.
Talent matters. But talent alone is never enough. Athletes need support, opportunities and structures that allow them to reach their potential. If we want higher standards, we must first invest in the foundations that make excellence possible.
Dennis Ng
Executive Chairman & Group CEO, EFGH
CHAPTER 2
WHY THIS MATTERS
National championships are more than races. They provide a platform for athletes to test themselves against the country's best. They create aspiration, reward performance and inspire future generations.
As Singapore's premier marathon weekend, the BYD Singapore International Marathon presented by adidas brings together elite competition and the wider running community — raising standards while encouraging greater participation in the sport.
EFGH VALUES
BUILT ON THE SAME
FOUNDATIONS
Discipline
Progress is built through consistency, perseverance and long-term commitment.
Opportunity
Strong systems create opportunities for more people to participate and succeed.
Performance
Excellence flourishes when talent is supported by the right foundations.
CHAPTER 3
SUPPORTING
SINGAPORE'S RUNNING COMMUNITY
Behind every great performance are years of commitment and sacrifice. Singapore national distance runner Shaun Goh embodies the spirit behind the EFGH National Championships.
Since committing himself fully to the sport, Shaun has continued to achieve personal bests while pursuing his ambition of representing Singapore at the 2027 Southeast Asian Games. His journey reflects the values that define both elite sport and enduring success: discipline, resilience and the belief that progress is earned one step at a time.
Partner Confidence
“The EFGH National Championships reflects our belief that long-term progress — whether in sport, business or society — is built through commitment and partnership.”
Dennis Ng
Executive Chairman & Group CEO, EFGH
Chapter 4
THE ROAD TO SEA GAMES 2027
The EFGH National Championships serves as a provisional selection race for SEA Games 2027. By strengthening the Championships and increasing support for local athletes, the event plays an important role in Singapore's high-performance athletics pathway.
Compete
Race the EFGH National Championships in the Marathon category.
Finish Top 3
The top three finishers of each gender earn their place.
SEA Games 2027
Named to the SEA Games 2027 Provisional Selection Squad.
WE ARE EFGH
BUILDING THE INFRASTRUCTURE
BEHIND EVERYDAY LIFE
Embed Financial Group Holdings (EFGH) is a Singapore-headquartered digital financial infrastructure company.
Across Asia and Africa, we work with governments, banks, insurers and businesses to make financial services simpler, safer and more accessible. From payments and insurance to mobility and financial inclusion, we help build trusted systems that connect people and opportunities.
This is what we call the Finternet - technology that works quietly in the background, helping communities participate more fully in the modern economy. Just as athletes rely on strong support systems to perform at their best, societies also depend on trusted infrastructure to unlock their full potential.
LOOKING AHEAD
BECAUSE GREAT PERFORMANCES
BEGIN LONG BEFORE RACE DAY
The EFGH National Championships reflects a long-term commitment to supporting Singapore's endurance sports community. Together with athletes, organisers and partners, EFGH hopes to help create an environment where talent can flourish, aspirations can be realised and future generations are inspired to aim higher.
And the strongest foundations are often the ones we never see.
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
STORIES, MEDIA & RACE UPDATES
Featured athlete stories, media coverage, race previews and Championship updates — a space that grows as the road to race day unfolds.
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