Chun Lee-Kyung
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Chun Lee-Kyung was a prominent short-track speed skater from South Korea. She was known for her competitive spirit and achieved significant success in the sport.
At the 1998 Winter Olympics in Nagano, Japan, Chun won the gold medal in the 1,000-meter race, narrowly defeating China's Yang Yang. She also secured a silver medal in the 3,000-meter relay. Chun's Olympic achievements solidified her status as a top competitor in the sport during that era. She shared an overall win at the 1997 world championships with Yang Yang, marking a significant moment in their rivalry and the sport's history.123
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