SEA Games 5,000-metre competitor captures hearts for her perseverance in pouring rain
PHNOM PENH: A Cambodian runner who captured hearts with a spirited last-place finish in heavy rain was awarded $10,000 by Prime Minister Hun Sen on Wednesday.
The Cambodian leader said he was rewarding Southeast Asian Games athlete Bou Samnang “to encourage perseverance”.
A soaked Bou Samnang broke down in tears after crossing the finish line in the 5,000-metre race all alone on Monday, nearly six minutes after the race winner.
Her resolve made her the toast of Games host…
