Kenya’s President William Ruto attends Atlanta Dream win to watch Madina Okot play
Madina Okot experienced a memorable night at the Atlanta Dream's victory over the New York Liberty on Wednesday, as Kenyan President William Ruto attended the game as a courtside spectator. The Kenyan leader, currently in New York for the United Nations General Assembly, expressed his delight at being present to witness the basketball match.
Okot, the only Kenyan player in attendance, praised Ruto's support for sports in the country and hoped it would inspire other young girls. The president shared a selfie with Okot's first lady and NBA Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum, along with fellow NBA Africa members. Ruto and Okot even engaged in a light exchange of Swahili during the game, with Okot expressing her delight at conversing with her president in her native language.
Okot played a part in securing the Dream's 83-65 triumph over the Liberty, contributing two points and two rebounds during the contest.
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