President Moon's Congratulatory Message to Medalists: "The People Must Also Feel Proud"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Ji-eun] President Moon Jae-in sent congratulatory messages on the 26th to archery medalists Kang Chae-young, Jang Min-hee, An San (women's archery team gold medalists), and judoka An Ba-ul.

To Kang Chae-young, the captain who led the women's archery team to the gold medal, he praised her, saying, "I applaud the remarkable achievement accomplished by leading the team excellently as the captain."

President Moon stated, "Since archery was adopted as an Olympic event, the women's team has maintained the top position throughout nine tournaments, demonstrating the strength of Korean archery. In particular, Kang's role as the backbone in the team event, steadfastly driving the victory, was very impressive."

He added, "I believe the people also felt a renewed sense of pride. I hope for good results in the remaining competitions and will cheer with all my strength."

To Jang Min-hee, he also sent congratulations, saying, "Applause for the remarkable achievement made as a first-time Olympic representative in her life. Especially, Jang's arrow piercing the center of the target in the semifinals was impressive."

President Moon said, "Despite the burden of being the last archer, she completed the crucial moments with unwavering composure," and added, "'I will become someone who enjoys it'?I hope she achieves good results in the remaining competitions as she aspires."

To An San, he said, "As the first archer in the team event, An calmly pierced the target. She was not just the youngest athlete but the best player," and added, "I believe the people felt confidence once again that it can be done."

President Moon also sent a congratulatory message to An Ba-ul, who won the bronze medal in men's judo 66kg category, saying, "The ippon seoi nage (shoulder throw) shown in the bronze medal match refreshed the hearts of the people exhausted by the heat."

President Moon stated, "The determined effort that could not stop training even when breath was short up to the chin brought hope and pride to the people once again, following the Rio Olympics five years ago. I will continue to support An's dreams and challenges."

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