S. Korean sabre fencers target 4th straight Asiad team gold
NAGOYA — The South Korean men's sabre fencers will seek to extend their gold medal streak in the team event to four at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on Saturday. Along with teammates Do Gyeong-dong, Park Sang-won and Hwang Hee-geun, Oh Sang-uk, who won gold medals in the individual and team events at the Paris Olympics, will aim to repeat the feat here in Japan after winning the individual event…
NAGOYA — The South Korean men's sabre fencers aim to secure their fourth consecutive Asian Games team gold on Saturday. Joining forces with teammates Do Gyeong-dong, Park Sang-won, and Hwang Hee-geun, Oh Sang-uk, who clinched individual and team golds at the 2022 Paris Olympics, will strive for an unprecedented fourth title in Japan.
South Korea boasts a dominant record in men's sabre team events at the Asian Games, clinching the title since the inaugural 2014 edition in Incheon. The women's foil team also gears up for a historic moment, seeking South Korea's maiden Asiad gold in the event since 2014. In basketball, the South Korean squad faces off against home team Japan in the women's final, marking their first gold medal in 12 years.
Meanwhile, in the esports arena, South Korean gamers showcase their prowess in puzzle and fighting games. Notable participants include Kang Dong-shin in the semifinals and final of Puyo Puyo Champions, as well as Lee Kwang-noh, Yeon Jea-gil, and Bae Jae-min competing in the fighting games event. Shooters aim to snatch medals in the women's 50-meter rifle 3 positions individual and team event.
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