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November 2, 2026

Choi Min-jeong Wins Second Straight 1,000m Gold

South Korean short track star Choi Min-jeong claimed her second consecutive 1,000-meter gold medal at the ISU World Tour stop in Montreal on Saturday. She staged an impressive comeback from fourth place, passing Canadian skaters to win in 1:30.273. South Korea also earned silver in the women's 3,000-meter relay with a photo finish against Italy.
Why It Matters
Choi is Korea's biggest short track name right now, and these victories matter for understanding Korean sports culture and national pride—plus her retirement plans after this season make her performances extra significant.
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