[PHOTOS] Asian Games: South Korea eliminates Iran, advances to final
The men's basketball semifinal game between South Korea and Iran takes place at the Aichi International Arena during the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, Friday, Sept. 18. Korea Times photo by Choi Won-suk
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The men's basketball semifinal between South Korea and Iran took place at the Aichi International Arena during the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on Friday, September 18th. South Korean players were seen competing fiercely with their Iranian counterparts in a highly charged atmosphere. Choi Jun-yong, from South Korea, was seen competing for a rebound alongside Iran's Monji Salar.
Lee Hyun-jung from the South Korean team attempted a shot during the intense match. Players from both nations were visibly engaged on court, making it a thrilling encounter. After the game, South Korean players were seen celebrating their hard-fought victory over Iran, marking their advancement to the final.
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