(Asiad) Teen archer rejoices after beating role model for bronze
OKAZAKI, Japan, Oct. 1 (Yonhap) -- Before making the women's compound archery na...
OKAZAKI, Japan - Teen archer Kang Yeon-seo triumphed over her childhood idol, Park Jung-yoon, to secure a bronze medal in the women's individual event at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. The 14-year-old South Korean middle school student expressed her joy over the victory, noting their close friendship and shared aspirations of joining the national team together.
Both Kang and Park were on opposing sides of the bracket in the individual competition, ensuring their paths would cross in the gold medal match. Kang's defeat in the semifinals prompted her to cheer for Park's success, showing her admiration and support for her role model. Park, 29, acknowledged her gratitude for Kang's achievement, noting the young athlete's talent and work ethic.
Looking ahead, Kang aims to qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, where compound archery will debut in the mixed team competition.
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