The 33rd Southeast asian Games came to a close today in Phnom Penh, cambodia, after 11 days of competition celebrating regional athletic achievement. Featuring 32 sports, the Games saw over 6,000 athletes vying for medals across a diverse range of disciplines, from traditional events to emerging esports. Thailand led the field in overall medal count, solidifying its position as a dominant force in Southeast Asian sport, while host nation Cambodia achieved its highest-ever medal tally during the event.
The 33rd Southeast Asian Games concluded today, December 20, 2024, after a thrilling competition that began on December 9th. The games showcased athletic talent across the region, with Thailand dominating the medal count.
Thailand finished atop the leaderboard with an impressive haul of 197 gold medals, 130 silver medals, and 93 bronze medals, totaling 420 medals overall.
Indonesia secured second place with 80 gold, 93 silver, and 103 bronze, for a combined total of 276 medals. Their performance highlighted a strong showing in several key events.
Vietnam claimed the third spot, earning 73 gold, 72 silver, and 99 bronze medals, bringing their total to 244. The Vietnamese team demonstrated consistent strength throughout the games.
Singapore finished fourth with 48 gold, 51 silver, and 69 bronze medals, accumulating a total of 168.
Malaysia rounded out the top five, taking home 46 gold, 49 silver, and 109 bronze medals, for a total of 204.
The Philippines secured sixth place with 41 gold, 59 silver, and 126 bronze medals, totaling 226.
Myanmar finished seventh, earning 3 gold, 20 silver, and 38 bronze medals, for a total of 61.
Laos took eighth place with 2 gold, 9 silver, and 22 bronze medals, totaling 33.
Brunei secured ninth place with 1 gold, 3 silver, and 4 bronze medals, for a total of 8.
Timor-Leste finished tenth, earning 0 gold, 0 silver, and 3 bronze medals, totaling 3.
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