Top swimmers confident Korea can repeat Asian Games success
JINCHEON — Korea swept up 22 medals in swimming at the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, its most ever at a single edition of the quadrennial competition. And the two lead horses of that historic run — Kim Woo-min and Hwang Sun-woo — said Thursday they are confident the country can be just as successful at this year's Asian Games in Japan. "I know we won a record total of medals in Hangzhou…
JINICHEON — Korea dominated the 2023 Asian Games in swimming, claiming a record 22 medals. The two top performers, Kim Woo-min and Hwang Sun-woo, expressed confidence that the country can replicate their success at this year's Asian Games in Japan. Kim, who won three gold medals in 2023, believes the nation is capable of setting another record.
He attributed his team's achievements to the continued improvement of Asian swimmers and their ability to perform under pressure. Hwang, who earned six medals in Hangzhou, including two golds, is eager to secure a medal in each race he competes in. Despite acknowledging the growing strength of Japanese and Chinese swimmers, Hwang remains confident in his own abilities and those of his teammates. Kim's primary event is the 400m freestyle, in which he secured a world title and a gold medal.
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