MYANMAR’S rising equestrian athlete Poe Poe Han was honoured on 9 August after winning a silver medal at the Malaysian Prime Minister’s Cup CSIJ-B equestrian competition.
Held in Malaysia from 24 to 26 July, the event featured 17 competitors from 14 countries, with Poe Poe Han finishing second.
At a ceremony held at the Myanmar Equestrian Federation Clubhouse in Dagon Myothit (North) Township, federation President U Pyone Maung Maung presented a photograph and a plaque commemorating Poe Poe Han’s achievement for display in the MEF Hall of Fame. The family of President U Pyone Maung Maung and Academy Award winner Khin Thida Tun also awarded her K7.4 million in scholarships and financial support for the 2027-2029 academic years.
Team captain Chan Myae Win, head coach Ei Thet Mon and assistant coach Aung Thu Tun also received certificates and gifts. In addition, the assistant coach was awarded K1 million in recognition of his contribution. — TWA/KZL