Jeong Yong-geom, a perfect caster who covers all genres [★Photo]

Published:2026.05.21 ・ 10:42

Kim Hwiseon

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Caster Jeong Yong-geom is seen answering questions at a press conference for JTBC's "2026 FIFA North, Central America and Caribbean Cup" held on the 21st at the Ambassador Fullman Hotel in Jung-gu, Seoul. /2026.05.21

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