{
  "id": 10119628,
  "title": "[PHOTOS] S. Korea brings down Japan to claim Asiad gold",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/photos-s-korea-brings-down-japan-to-claim-asiad-gold",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-27T02:57:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/photos/photonews/20260927/photos-s-korea-brings-down-japan-to-claim-asiad-gold"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a closely contested match, South Korea's women's basketball team secured a hard-fought 75-70 victory over Japan, claiming the gold medal at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. The final showdown took place at the Aichi International Arena in Nagoya, Japan, on Day 7 of the event.\n\nSouth Korea's star player, Lee Hae-ran, displayed her prowess on the court, contributing significantly to her team's success. She was joined by teammates An He-ji, Kang Lee-seul, and Lee So-hee, who all played pivotal roles throughout the game.\n\nThe match was filled with intense action and strategic plays, with both teams displaying impressive athleticism and skill. Japan's Mona Tateyama and Rihi Akagi put up a strong fight, attempting to block South Korea's advances.\n\nDespite the tough competition, South Korea emerged victorious, their players celebrating their triumph with a group embrace. The team members were seen holding onto each other, a symbol of their unity and camaraderie in the face of adversity. They were also seen holding their medals, a testament to their hard work and dedication.\n\nThe win was secured with a final score of 75-70, marking a memorable moment in South Korea's Asian Games history. The victory was celebrated with a sense of joy and pride, as the team stood on the podium, their medals gleaming under the lights.",
  "summary": "South Korea’s Lee Hae-ran dribbles the ball during the women's basketball final match against Japan on Day 7 of the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games at the Aichi International Arena in Nagoya, Japan, Saturday. Korea won 75-70. Korea Times photo by Choi Won-suk",
  "key_points": [
    "South Korea's women's basketball team wins gold medal 75-70 against Japan",
    "Lee Hae-ran leads South Korea with key contributions on the court",
    "Victory marks memorable moment in Asian Games history"
  ],
  "editors_take": "South Korea's victory marks a highlight in their Asian Games history, showcasing the team's unity, skill, and dedication, and cements their standing as a top contender in women's basketball.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "[PHOTOS] S. Korea brings down Japan to claim Asiad gold",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/photos-s-korea-brings-down-japan-to-claim-asiad-gold-10122725",
        "published": "2026-09-27T03:17:02.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Yonhap News",
        "title": "(Asiad) S. Korea wins gold in equestrian dressage individual",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/asiad-s-korea-wins-gold-in-equestrian-dressage-individual",
        "published": "2026-09-27T04:14:37.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}