Youth National Team Member Woo Jinhyeok Wins KRA Cup International Junior Equestrian Competition

A Sophomore at Gimhae Yulhago High School
Calm Strategy and Stable Riding

Woo Jinhyeok, a member of the Youth National Team and a sophomore at Gimhae Yulhago High School in Gyeongnam, is being recognized as a promising talent in the domestic equestrian scene after winning an international equestrian competition.

Youth national representative rider Woo Jinhyuk wins international equestrian competition.
Photo by Woo Heeseok

Woo Jinhyeok secured first place in the 110cm jumping class at the 'KRA Cup CSIJ-B Seoul 2026', held at the Korea Racing Authority Equestrian Park in Gwacheon from April 30 to May 3.

This competition, co-hosted by the Korea Equestrian Federation and Korea Racing Authority, was an international event featuring youth athletes from various Asian countries. Notably, the event was conducted using locally-bred horses provided by the Korea Racing Authority, making the riders' pure horsemanship skills and adaptability a key factor in evaluation.

Player Woo Jinhyeok competing in the 110m hurdles event.
[Photo by Woo Heeseok]

Woo Jinhyeok claimed victory by demonstrating calm strategy and stable riding, outperforming his competitors. Selected as a member of the Youth National Team this year, Woo has consistently achieved top results in national-level equestrian competitions.

Equestrian officials commented, "Given his excellent performance in an international competition utilizing Korean-bred riding horses, his future growth potential is highly anticipated."

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