[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Ji-eun] On the 31st, President Moon Jae-in sent congratulatory messages via social networking service (SNS) to shooting athlete Kim Min-jeong, who won a medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, fencing epee men's team members Kwon Young-jun, Song Jae-ho, Ma Se-geon, and Park Sang-young, as well as archer An San.
President Moon congratulated Kim Min-jeong, saying, "Congratulations on winning the silver medal in shooting," and added, "The performance shown by Kim and the brilliant achievement made through positivity and optimism received great applause from the people. We are proud."
To Kwon Young-jun, who won the bronze medal, he said, "It was an inspiring match. I am proud of Kwon, who led the team as a reliable eldest member to a shining result," and "I hope you continue to uphold the pride of our fencing."
To Song Jae-ho, he said, "The public gave generous applause for Song’s agile performance. It is even more admirable because it was a victory born from firm conviction," and "We support Song’s passion and challenge together with the people."
He also encouraged Ma Se-geon, saying, "Ma’s aggressive performance created a refreshing victory," and "Even more brilliant victories await in the future," and congratulated Park Sang-young, saying, "This victory is even more valuable because it overcame injury. Park’s confidence of ‘I can do it’ led to the victory," and "I hope you continue to uphold the pride of our fencing."
To An San, he praised, saying, "You made history as the first Korean athlete to win three gold medals at the Summer Olympics," and "Everyone was moved and gave generous applause for the performance and spirit shown by An. An’s pride is our pride."
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