Deputy President William Ruto issues an award during the Sports Personality of the Year Award (Soya) ceremony at the KICC, Nairobi, January 17, 2018. [Photo/DPPS]Deputy President William Ruto has hailed Conseslus Kipruto and Hellen Obiri, saying they are exemplary athletes with an indomitable spirit and a strong will to excel. Speaking during the Sports Personality of the Year Award (Soya) ceremony at the KICC, Nairobi, Ruto said their prowess had shone through and the accolade of sportsman and sportswoman of the year respectively was well deserved. He said Samuel Muchai, the Sports Personality of the Year, was a true hero and a shining example that with determination and focus, one can beat all odds. "We are proud of you all as Kenya's sporting ambassadors, for your unparalleled dedication and patriotism," Ruto told the athletes on Wednesday night.

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