South Korea has taken the lead at the ninth Asian Winter Games, clinching the very first gold medal in the short-track speed skating 2,000-meter mixed relay final on Saturday morning in Harbin, China's Heilongjiang Province. 🥇🇰🇷
The dynamic team, consisting of Kim Gil-li, Choi Min-jeong, Park Ji-won, and Kim Tae-sung, crossed the finish line in an impressive 2:41.534. In a thrilling finish, Kim Tae-sung surged ahead in the final two laps to secure the victory. Kazakhstan followed closely with a time of 2:42.258, earning the silver medal, while Japan claimed bronze with a finish of 2:44.058. 🥈🥉
Despite being the host favorites, the Chinese team faced a heartbreaking moment when Lin Xiaojun crashed in the second-to-last lap, preventing them from reaching the podium. They ultimately finished in fourth place. 🏅
With this victory, South Korea sets a blazing pace for the rest of the games, inspiring fans and athletes alike to keep the momentum going! 🔥✨
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South Korea secures first gold medal of 9th Asian Winter Games
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