[Photo] 'Before the decisive match against Japan,' a smile gently fades on Kang I-seul

Published:2026.09.26 ・ 18:37

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Kang I-seul of the Republic of Korea Yeo Ja-nong-gu (CEO) team smiles as she prepares for the women's basketball gold medal match between South Korea and Japan, to be held at the IG Arena in Nagoya, Japan, on the 26th. 2026.09.26.

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