Occupation
Athlete
Family
Two daughters Jian [2022] and Jiyul [2023]
Club
Gyeongsangbukdo Sports Council: Republic of Korea
Sporting relatives
His aunt Lee Sonam represented the Republic of Korea in aerobic gymnastics, including at the 1996 World Championships in The Hague, Netherlands. (hjn24.com, 10 Jun 2009; donga.com, 21 Oct 1996)
Injuries
His preparation was disrupted ahead of the 2022 World Championships in Guimaraes, Portugal, due to a broken finger as well as back and knee injuries. He went on to win gold in the mixed aerobic dance competition at the tournament. (hsnews.co.kr, 23 Jul 2022)
Start sporting career
He took up the sport while in grade nine of middle school.
Reason for taking up the sport
He was inspired to take up the sport by his aunt Lee Sonam, who represented the Republic of Korea in aerobic gymnastics.
Most memorable sporting achievement
Winning gold medals at the world championships in 2016 and 2022. (hsnews.co.kr, 23 Jul 2022)
Additional information
FURTHER EDUCATION
He has studied for a master's degree at Kookmin University in Seoul, Republic of Korea. (hsnews.co.kr, 23 Jul 2022)
Last update : 2024-09-23
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