Tight finish seen in Pharmaton race

MANILA, Philippines - The Pharmaton MVP Unleashed Challenge entered its fourth and final week with all five participants going into full throttle as they duel for the top spot in what is touted as the country’s most ambitious endurance race.

Anthony Cuerpo, TJ Isla, Benson Martinez, Popo Remigio and Monica Torres started the challenge in high spirits in Davao three weeks ago. Since then, they have endured various physical and mental challenges to the point of exhaustion.

“This is the first time that I’ve joined a month-long endurance challenge and it’s really tough,” said Torres, a seasoned triathlete.

“I’ve participated in a number of endurance races here and abroad but nothing compares to this,” Martinez said.

The final leg of the challenge kicked off at the San Juan Beach in La Union for a surfing and paddling competition. At the break of dawn the next day, the challengers geared up for another round of challenge, this time inspired by the hit reality show “Amazing Race” which took them to various scenic spots in Vigan.

Day 26 was even tougher with a road bike challenge in Pagudpud going to La Paz Sand Dunes for a round of adrenaline-packed sand boarding. A run and another bike challenge capped the day.

Running and swimming were the highlights of Day 27 before the group climbs to Baguio where the challengers tackle a grueling uphill bike and run challenge along Naguillan Road en route to the finish line in Burnham Park.

From there on, the scores of the five challengers gained from the challenges since Day 1 will be computed to determine who among them will emerge as the top winner. At stake is P500,000 for ultimate MVP of the challenge while the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th placers will receive P250,000, P150,000, P100,000 and P50,000, respectively. The results of the challenge will be announced on April 26.

The MVP Unleashed Challenge demonstrates the benefits of having a healthy body and a sharp mind. Pharmaton’s unique Ginseng G11 content helps achieve a beneficial synergy of mind and body, enabling one to unleash the best in him.