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Kim Kyung-Ah Olympics
Incheon-based athlete, known as Kkaksin or 'Goddess of Cut' in Korean, has had a long and storied career in table tennis. She began playing the sport in 1986 and made her international debut for Korea in 1995. Her journey has been marked by numerous achievements and a notable comeback.
South Korea Birth Date: May 25, 1977
Kim Kyung-Ah Olympic Medals
Olympic Medals
0
Gold
0
Silver
2
Bronze
2
Total
Kim Kyung-Ah Olympics Milestones
| Season | Event | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Women Team | 4 |
| 2012 | Women Singles | Quarterfinal |
| 2008 | Women Team | B Bronze |
| 2008 | Women Singles | 9 |
| 2004 | Women Singles | B Bronze |
| 2004 | Women Doubles | 4 |
Kim Kyung-Ah Biography
She started her table tennis career in 1986. By 1995, she was competing internationally for Korea. Her skill and dedication to the sport earned her the title of Player of the Year by the Korea Table Tennis Association in 2009.
Coaching and Comeback
In December 2012, she retired from competition and took up a coaching role with the Korean Air table tennis team. However, her passion for the sport led her to return to competitive action at the end of 2015, after having two children.
Personal Life
She resides in Incheon, South Korea, with her husband Park Myung-Kyu, son Jong Yoon, and daughter Seo Yoon. She pursued higher education in Sport Studies at Yongin University in Korea. She is fluent in Korean.
Current Endeavours
She is currently associated with the Korean Air team based in Jeju. Her coaches include Kim Moo-Kyo at the club level and Ahn Jae-Hyung at the national level. She plays right-handed.
Her ambition was to compete at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo. Despite challenges, her dedication to table tennis remains unwavering.
Her journey from retirement to making a comeback showcases her enduring commitment to the sport. As she continues to compete and coach, her influence on table tennis remains significant.
Kim Kyung-Ah FAQs on Olympics
- Who is Kim Kyung-Ah?
Incheon-based athlete, known as Kkaksin or 'Goddess of Cut' in Korean, has had a long and storied career in table tennis. She began playing the sport in 1986 and made her international debut for Korea in 1995. Her journey has been marked by numerous achievements and a notable comeback.
- In which city Kim Kyung-Ah was born?Kim Kyung-Ah was born on May 25, 1977 in Daejeon, South Korea.
- How many Olympic medals has Kim Kyung-Ah won throughout her career?Kim Kyung-Ah has won 2 Olympic medal in throughout her career.
- When did Kim Kyung-Ah first compete in the Olympics?She represented South Korea at the 2004 Olympics.
- What is Kim Kyung-Ah's height?Kim Kyung-Ah's height is 5 feet 4″ inches.
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