Sejong City Shines as Host of National Para-Badminton Tournament
Sejong City recently buzzed with the energy and passion of para-athletes as it successfully hosted the 4th Sejong Mayor’s Cup and the 2025 National Para-Badminton Championships from June 4th to 6th. The event,held at the Sejong City Gymnasium,showcased the athletic prowess of 150 athletes from across the nation.
Over 250 Participants Engage in Fierce Competition
Organized by the Korea Para-Badminton Federation and managed by the Sejong Para-Badminton Association, the tournament drew approximately 250 participants.This included athletes, officials, coaches, and dedicated volunteers, all contributing to a vibrant and competitive atmosphere.
Local Athletes Achieve Podium Success
The Sejong City team,consisting of 9 athletes along with their coach,competed across four different events. A notable achievement came during the second day of the competition when the duo of Lee Sang-kwon and Choi Seok-ha secured a silver medal in the men’s doubles (standing combined) event. They triumphed over their opponents from North Chungcheong Province with a decisive 2-0 victory.
Tournament Boosts Awareness and Showcases City’s Capabilities
The championships provided a platform for para-athletes to demonstrate their skills and fostered greater awareness of para-sports among the local community. The triumphant hosting of the event reinforced Sejong City’s position as a hub for para-sports and highlighted it’s capacity to manage large-scale national sporting events.
City Commits to Future Support
Im Kyu-mo, Secretary-General of the Sejong Para-Sports Association, expressed his gratitude to all the athletes who participated and reiterated the city’s commitment to providing a supportive habitat for athletes to excel.The city aims to actively enhance training and competition environments for para-athletes in the future.
what specific classifications of athletes competed in the tournament, showcasing the diversity within para-badminton?
Sejong City Shines as Host of National Para-Badminton Tournament: Q&A
Sejong City recently buzzed with the energy and passion of para-athletes as it successfully hosted the 4th Sejong Mayor’s Cup and the 2025 National Para-Badminton Championships from June 4th to 6th. The event, held at the Sejong City Gymnasium, showcased the athletic prowess of 150 athletes from across the nation.
Q&A
- Q: What made the Sejong City Para-Badminton Tournament a success?
- A: The event attracted 150 athletes and over 250 total participants, including officials, coaches, and volunteers. The strong showing and organization, led by the Korea Para-Badminton Federation and the Sejong Para-Badminton Association, contributed to its success.Plus, local athletes shone!
- Q: Where exactly did the tournament take place?
- A: The thrilling matches and events happened at the Sejong City Gymnasium.
- Q: Which local athletes stood out?
- A: Lee Sang-kwon and Choi Seok-ha, the Sejong City men’s doubles (standing combined) team, secured a silver medal. Tip: Double’s play often requires incredible teamwork and communication!
- Q: What was the impact of this tournament?
- A: The championships raised awareness of para-sports and highlighted Sejong City’s ability to host large-scale events. It also provided a platform for athletes to showcase their skills. Did you know? Para-badminton is growing in popularity worldwide,with more countries participating in each tournament!
- Q: What’s next for para-sports in Sejong City?
- A: The city plans to enhance training and competition environments,showing a continued commitment to supporting para-athletes. consider exploring local para-sports programs to get involved!
The Sejong City Para-Badminton Tournament was a resounding success, celebrating athletic achievement and community spirit. Let’s continue supporting para-sports!
