Competition 7 Today, too, our athletes are continuing to perform well, with roller skater Jeong Byeong-hee winning a surprise gold medal in the 10,000-meter speed skating event.
And a little while ago, the Korean men’s basketball team finished its game against Japan. Reporter Seo Young-il, what was the result of the game?
Yes, a little while ago, the men’s basketball game was played against Japan, our fateful rival. Unfortunately, we lost 83 to 77.
We were helpless against Japan’s outside shots. Japan only made 17 3-point shots.
The men’s basketball team, which lost to Japan, must play one more match against the third-place team in Group C next Monday to advance to the quarterfinals.
Tonight, there will be a women’s soccer match between North and South Korea.
North Korea’s women’s soccer is world-class. 안전놀이터 Their record against their opponents is 1 win, 3 draws, and 15 losses. Although it is expected to be a difficult match, our national team is full of confidence because they have focused on high-intensity training and prepared to face a strong team.
TV Chosun will broadcast the women’s soccer match between North and South Korea live starting at 5:30 PM today.
The women’s badminton team, featuring Ahn Se-young, the world’s No. 1 women’s singles player, is facing Thailand in the semifinals to advance to the finals.
The table tennis team, desperate for a gold medal, will also compete today. Shin Yu-bin will face Chinese Taipei in the women’s singles quarterfinals at 3:15 pm.
This has been reported so far from the Sports Department.