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A new challenge toward the dream of becoming a keirin cyclist is beginning.
The Keirin and Cycling Division of the Korea Sports Promotion Foundation is recruiting candidates for the 32nd keirin athlete class. The application period runs from September 14 to October 2 at 18:00.
Eligibility requires applicants to be South Korean males who have either completed or been exempted from military service as of the enrollment date, and must meet specific physical standards including vision, hearing, and blood pressure. Selection begins with document screening, followed by a first round comprising written exams, personality assessments, cycling practical tests, professional physical measurements, and prohibited substance testing, and a second round involving interviews.
Final successful candidates will be announced on December 4. They will enroll at the Gyeongbuk Yeongju Keirin Training Center in February next year, undergo approximately ten months of training and education until December, and then debut as official athletes.
Currently, there are 574 active keirin cyclists, with last year's average prize money standing at around 70 million won. The top-ranked cyclist earned over 390 million won in prizes. Additionally, a key advantage for keirin cyclists is the ability to continue their athletic careers indefinitely through consistent institutional investment support.
Application forms can be downloaded from the official Keirin website notice section, completed, and submitted either by visiting the Keirin Training Center or via registered mail. For further details, please contact the Keirin Training Center directly.
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