Virtual Run

Join the Fight – Anytime and Anywhere!

The Virtual Run will be open for registration from 7 June 2024 to 28 September 2024.

Choosing either the 21KM or 42KM category, clock your run with Strava at any time and place from 29 September 2024 to 15 October 2024.

Qualify* by 15 October 2024, 2359hrs, to receive your category entitlements (Event T-shirt, E-certificate, and Finisher Medal).

*Hit minimum fundraising amount ($60 or $70) and clock your chosen distance (21KM or 42KM)

Registration Period

7 Jun 2024 to
28 Sep 2024

Run and Qualifying Period

29 Sep 2024 to
15 Oct 2024

Run Venue

Anywhere
(with Strava App)

Fundraising Period

7 Jun 2024 to
15 Oct 2024

1. Register

Event T-shirt

Register by 28 September to begin your virtual journey in the Race Against Cancer 2024. Hit the minimum amount (e.g., $60 for 21km, $70 for 42km) and clock your distance during the race period (29 Sep to 15 Oct) to qualify.

The deadline to qualify is 15 October 2024, 1159hrs. We strongly encourage all Virtual Run participants to qualify early in order to secure category entitlements.

Limited slots available for both 21km and 42km categories.

Team Registration Step-by-Step Guide

Team Leader and New Members Registration
Step-by-Step Guide

- Register to be the Team Leader of a New Team
- Join as a New Member of an Existing Team

2. Link your Strava account by 28 September

After registration, you can login and link your active Strava account to your RAC profile by going to ‘My Profile’ > ‘My Activity’.

Please also ensure that you enable the ‘View data about your private activities’ checkbox during linking authorisation.

3. Virtual Race Period Starts 29 September

The race period starts 29 September and ends 15 October.

Start clocking your distance of 21km or 42km and continue fundraising.

The Virtual Run category is cumulative. You can split your distance and record your run.

Do ensure that all run activities are recorded using the Strava app or Connected Devices to Strava app during the race period 29 September to 15 October 2024, 1159hrs.

We recommend that you can take the park connectors (PCNs) or parks near your home.

You will need to track your date and time, distance, duration, and route map using Strava (GPS-enabled app) for the activities to sync and reflect in your profile under ‘My Profile’ > ‘My Activity’ > ‘My Records’.

4. Record your activities during Race Period (Step-by-Step Guide)

Record an Activity on Strava App Step-by-Step Guide

More information on Recording an Activity on Strava here.

Connect Your Device to Strava App Step-by-Step Guide

More information on finding your Device here.

For more information on how to get your activities to Strava App, refer this link.

5. Fundraise until 15 October

After you have completed your registration, you may login to your profile and donate or rally your friends and family to fundraise the minimum amount required.

Donations to the team will be equally shared amongst all members of the team at the point of donation.

Virtual Run Pack Collection

4 to 6 November 2024
11 to 13 November 2024 (Last Day)

Singapore Cancer Society
30 Hospital Boulevard
#16-02 NCCS Building
Singapore 168583

(Take lift from Lobby B.)

9:30am to 12pm or 2pm to 6pm

Top FAQs

When is the last date to register?

The last date to register is 28 September. However, we highly encourage all participants to register early as there are limited slots for both 21km and 42 categories.

I do not wish to use the Strava App, how else can I participate in the Virtual Run?

Our system has been designed for participants to link their Strava App and sync activities seamlessly. Without the Strava App, you can’t participate for the Virtual Run category.

Where can I download the Strava App?

You can download the Strava GPS App here.

What activities can be tracked or submitted on the Strava app?

Run, Walk, Hike, Wheelchair activities can be tracked and submitted for this race. Do ensure your activity is of the correct category, as other activities will not be recorded for the event.

Can I track my activities using a treadmill, steps tracker or pedometer?

No. You can't use a treadmill, steps tracker and pedometer submission for the virtual race as most treadmills, steps tracker and pedometer do not provide a date/time and route map, and it can't be tracked using the Strava app.

You will have to download, register for a Strava account, and sync it to the race website.

For more FAQs on Virtual Run, click here.