President Moon Sends Congratulatory Message to Four Fencing Gold Medalists and Judo Silver Medalist Jo Guham

SNS Reveals Congratulatory Messages and Celebration Posts... "Delivering Inspiration to the People, Cheering Together with the Nation"

[Asia Economy Reporter Ryu Jeong-min] On the 30th, President Moon Jae-in sent a congratulatory message via social networking service (SNS) to fencers Kim Jeong-hwan, Gu Bon-gil, Kim Jun-ho, Oh Sang-wook, and judoka Jo Gu-ham, who moved the nation at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, saying, "I send my congratulations to the athletes who inspired the people. We cheer together with the nation."

In his congratulatory message to judoka Jo Gu-ham, who won the silver medal in the men's -100kg category, President Moon said, "Jo’s speed, endurance, and manners shone throughout the match. Overcoming injury and giving his all to achieve this valuable accomplishment must have made his father, who was a ssireum wrestler, very proud."

President Moon added, "Thank you for bringing great joy to the people. On your birthday today, I hope it will be an even more joyful and happy day. We cheer together with the nation for Jo’s dreams and passion."

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In his congratulatory message to Kim Jeong-hwan of the men’s sabre fencing team, President Moon said, "Congratulations on winning the gold medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. It is even more meaningful and proud as it marks the achievement of consecutive victories at two tournaments." He also said, "This is the third consecutive Olympic Games with a medal. Your late father in heaven would be even happier. Your strong leadership as the eldest brother was also reassuring."

In his message to Gu Bon-gil of the men’s sabre fencing team, President Moon praised, "Gu’s fighting spirit and role as the team’s core made the golden medal possible."

In his message to Kim Jun-ho of the men’s sabre fencing team, President Moon said, "Kim was a reliable pillar of the national team. He shone like a star at critical moments and deeply impressed the public with the charm of fencing."

In his message to Oh Sang-wook of the men’s sabre fencing team, President Moon said, "Your amazing performance befitting the world number one ranking and your signature move, the ‘pangteu,’ captivated the people." He added, "I send my wholehearted applause for Oh’s efforts. I look forward to even greater challenges and will cheer together with the nation."