Hun Sen rewards athlete for spirited performance in the rain

Bou Samnang competes in the women's 5,000-meter race at the 32nd SEA Games this week. - FACEBOOK

PHNOM PENH (The Phnom Penh Post/Asia News Network): Bou Samnang earned praise from the public, and the attention of the local and international press, when images of her tear-and-rain streaked face were published.

Coming in last place in the women’s 5,000m race at the 32nd SEA Games this week, Samnang’s determination to finish despite a torrential downpour drew plaudits from many observers, including representatives of the International Olympic Committee.