President Moon: "Men's Fencing Gold Medal, Proud and Admirable"

Men's Fencing Sabre Team Gold Medal Congratulations SNS Message... "Cooling the Summer Night Heat with Emotion"

[Asia Economy Reporter Ryu Jeong-min] President Moon Jae-in congratulated the Republic of Korea men's sabre fencing team on winning the gold medal through a social networking service (SNS) message on the 28th, stating, "Congratulations on winning the gold medal in the men's sabre team event." He evaluated, "After the team gold medal at the 2012 London Olympics, they have achieved another great feat."

President Moon emphasized, "Since the men's sabre team event was not held at the 2016 Rio Olympics due to event rotation, this is a remarkable achievement of winning two consecutive championships."

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In particular, President Moon highlighted, "We all cooled off the summer night heat with the emotions created by Kim Jeong-hwan, Gu Bon-gil, Kim Jun-ho, and Oh Sang-wook. World No. 1 Oh Sang-wook instilled in us the confidence that any difficulty can be overcome."

President Moon evaluated, "The sincere heart of Gu Bon-gil, who said he 'ran with earnestness rather than certainty,' led to victory. The golden thrusts of the reliable eldest brother Kim Jeong-hwan, who played a central role in the team, shone brightly, and the confident techniques of the steadfast pillar Kim Jun-ho showed a splendid performance."

President Moon said, "I send congratulations and applause to the players and coaching staff who elevated the Republic of Korea with passion and challenge. They are admirable and proud."