South Korean Kayakers Claim Second Gold at Aichi-Nagoya Games
South Korea’s canoe team delivered a standout performance at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games as Cho Gwang-hee and Kim Hyo-bin won the men’s kayak double 500m event at the Miyoshi Lake Canoe Course, according to Yonhap News Agency.
The pair posted a winning time of 1:31.859, narrowly edging out the host nation's Japanese team by 0.317 seconds. The victory marks the second gold medal of the ongoing Games for Cho and Kim, establishing them as the first South Korean athletes at this year's competition to secure two titles.
Back-to-Back Victories on the Water
The decisive race on September 25 capped a dominant stretch for the South Korean duo at the Miyoshi Lake venue. Their latest win follows a first-place finish in the men's kayak four 500m event.
According to reports from Yonhap and the Chosun Ilbo, the back-to-back performances underline South Korea's strength in canoe sprint events during the current Asiad cycle. The narrow margin over the Japanese competitors highlights the competitive nature of the regional field, with local crowds witnessing a tight finish in the double 500m category.
Broader Delegation Context
The success in canoe sprint coincided with strong performances elsewhere for the South Korean delegation. On the same day, South Korea's women’s basketball team defeated China 85-80 in the semifinal at the Aichi International Arena in Nagoya, advancing to face Japan for the gold medal.
The dual achievements in canoeing and team sports reinforce South Korea's standing in the medal standings as competitions continue across multiple venues in the Aichi-Nagoya region.
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