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Cambodia Highest Medal Count Ever 100 Medals in the SEA Games

The total number of medals by Cambodia, the host country, at the SEA Games 2023 jumped to 100 on the morning of May 9, making the Kingdom at the top of the Medal Table.

Out of the 100 medals, 37 are gold, 31 are silver and 32 are bronze, according to the latest update of the Cambodian SEA Games Organizing Committee (CAMSOC).

The 37 gold medals include 8 in Vovinam, 8 in Kun Bokator, 4 in Chinlone, 3 in Jiu-Jitsu, 2 in Kun Khmer, 2 in Soft Tennis, 2 in E-Sports, 1 in Ouk Chaktrang (Chess), 2 in Triathlon, 1 in Basketball, 1 in Cricket, 1 in Karate, 1 in Pencak Silat, and 1 Billiard.

Vietnam ranked second with 29 gold, 29 silver and 35 bronze medals; while the third, fourth and fifth places went to Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines with 28 gold, 21 silver and 33 bronze; 22 gold, 19 silver and 43 bronze; and 18 gold, 30 silver and 32 bronze, respectively.

Singapore are in sixth place with 15 gold, 11 silver and 15 bronze medals, followed by Malaysia with 10 gold, 13 silver and 24 bronze; Myanmar with 8 gold, 7 silver and 23 bronze; Laos with 4 gold, 7 silver and 27 bronze; Brunei with 1 silver and 2 bronze; and Timor-Leste with 2 bronze.

Cambodia has broken its SEA Games medal record compared to the 17 gold medals gained in the SEA Games hosted by Malaysia in 1971.

A 1,203-strong Cambodian delegation, including 896 athletes, have been taking part in the 32nd SEA Games that the Kingdom is hosting for the first time in 64 years under the motto “Sport: Living in Peace”.

Cambodia had won 63 medals – nine gold, 13 silver and 41 bronze – in the 31st SEA Games in Vietnam in 2022.

Here are some of the fun and festive things that have been happening at the SEA Games so far:

The athletes have been having a great time exploring the city of Phnom Penh and the other host cities. They have been visiting temples, markets, and restaurants, and they have been getting to know the local people.

The Cambodian people have been very welcoming to the athletes. They have been cheering them on at the sporting events, and they have been showing them around the country.

There have been a number of cultural events taking place alongside the sporting events. There have been concerts, art exhibitions, and food festivals.

The SEA Games have been a great boost for the Cambodian economy. They have brought in a lot of tourists and investment, and they have helped to create jobs.

The SEA Games are a great opportunity for Cambodia to showcase its country to the world. The games have been a success so far, and they are sure to continue to be a success in the days to come.

Overall, the 2023 SEA Games in Cambodia have been a huge success, showcasing some of the best athletes from the region and bringing people together in a celebration of sports and culture. We can't wait to see what the rest of the competition holds!



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