Fiji's English Rugby coach who led them to first ever Olympic medal given three acres of land
44-year-old Englishman,
Ben Ryan who led Fiji's Rugby team to Olympic glory in Rio and delivered the
island nation's first ever medal has been rewarded with three acres of land, he
has also been honoured with a traditional chief's name, Ratu Peni Raiyani
Latianara. Fiji's gold medal, the first in the history of the small island
nation, sent shockwaves around the country - catapulting Ryan to the level of
national hero.
Ryan has already
received the Companion of the Order of Fiji - the highest honorary title that
can be awarded under the Order - from Fijian president Jioji Konrote. He
received his new land and titles in a special ceremony on Sunday with hundreds
of Fiji supporters in attendance.
However, he is expected
to step down from his position with the Fijian rugby team in the coming weeks.
Ryan, who was also England's rugby coach between 2007 and 2013, has been
reportedly been offered a lucrative contract by Japan.
Source: Daily Mail
Source: Daily Mail
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