Biography
Started: He took up the sport at age 20. (Athlete, 27 Oct 2023)
Reason: He was attracted by the combat aspect of the sport. He was involved in Ssireum [Korean wrestling] before switching to judo. (Athlete, 27 Oct 2023; jonghapnews.com, 22 Oct 2014)
Ambition: To win a medal at the Paralympic Games. (Athlete, 27 Oct 2023)
Personal Details
GenderMale
Birth DateMarch 2, 1991
Place of ResidencePYEONGTAEK
OccupationAthlete
EducationKyungwoon University, Gumi, KOR
Languages SpokenKorean
CoachWon Yu-Shin [club], KOR; Won Jae-Yeon [national]
Highlights
| Rank | Event | Year | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paralympic Games | ||||
| 5 | Men's 60kg | 2012 | London, GBR | |
| 7 | Men's 60kg | 2016 | Rio de Janeiro, BRA | |
| World Championships | ||||
| 7 | -60 kg J2 | 2022 | Baku, AZE | |
| 16 | Men's 60kg | 2018 | Odivelas, POR | |
| 18 | Men's 60kg | 2014 | Colorado Springs, CO, USA | |
| 18 | Men's 66kg | 2010 | Antalya, TUR | |
| Asian Para Games | ||||
| 5 | -60 kg J2 | 2022 | Hangzhou, CHN | |
