One of her most memorable achievements is placing first in the doubles event with Kim Ha-Na at the 2012 India Open in New Delhi. This victory remains a significant highlight in her career.

Influences and Inspirations

Her family has been the most influential force in her career. She looks up to Lee Hyo-Jung, a renowned Korean badminton player, as her idol. These influences have shaped her journey in the sport.

Awards and Honours

In 2016, she received the Best Athlete Award from the Badminton Korea Association (BKA). This recognition was a testament to her skills and contributions to badminton.

Olympic Disqualification

However, her career faced a significant setback during the 2012 Olympic Games in London. She and her former partner Kim Ha-Na were disqualified from the women's doubles competition. The Badminton World Federation (BWF) disciplinary committee ruled that they had deliberately attempted to lose a group match to manipulate the knockout stage.

The pair were charged with 'not using one's best efforts to win a match' and 'conducting oneself in a manner that is abusive or detrimental to the sport'. The BWF also disqualified another pair from Korea, one pair from China, and one pair from India for similar offences during the tournament.

Following this incident, she was suspended until January 2013 by the Badminton Korea Association (BKA). Despite this setback, she continued to pursue her passion for badminton.

Future Plans

Looking ahead, she aims to continue competing at high levels and hopes to inspire young athletes. Her journey reflects both triumphs and challenges, showcasing her resilience and dedication to badminton.