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Kenya’s President William Ruto attends Atlanta Dream win to watch Madina Okot play
Ruto watched Madina Okot score 2 points and grab 2 rebounds as the Atlanta Dream beat the New York Liberty, AP reported.
- On Wednesday, Kenyan President William Ruto attended the Atlanta Dream's 83-65 victory over the New York Liberty in New York, sitting courtside to watch Madina Okot play.
- In New York for the United Nations General Assembly, Ruto watched the game with his wife Rachel and NBA Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum, along with members of NBA Africa.
- Following the game, Okot, whom the Atlanta Dream drafted in April, took a selfie with Ruto and Rachel on the court while speaking Swahili with them.
- Okot called the visit 'a very good honor,' telling The Associated Press that Ruto's presence demonstrates support for sports and could open opportunities for other girls.
- The visit, which included members of NBA Africa, illustrates the strategic intersection of diplomatic travel and professional basketball engagement, positioning Ruto as a supporter of international women's sports development.
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Kenya's President William Ruto attends Atlanta Dream win to watch Madina Okot play
Madina Okot had a special guest at the Atlanta Dream’s win over the New York Liberty as William Ruto, the President of Kenya, was in attendance sitting courtside.
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