South Paris Arena 6, Paris - South Korea was eliminated from the women's handball competition at the Paris Olympics following a 28-20 defeat by Denmark. This loss marked their fourth consecutive defeat in the tournament, sealing their fate as they finished last in Group A. The match, critical for South Korea's advancement hopes, ended their journey without securing a spot in the quarterfinals.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the South Korean team's performance saw a sharp decline after their initial win. They started their campaign with a narrow victory over Germany, winning 23-22, which was their only win in the group stage. Subsequent losses to Slovenia, Norway, Sweden, and finally Denmark dashed any hopes of progressing beyond the group stage. The top four teams from each group advanced to the next round, a milestone South Korea notably missed this year.
This outcome marks a significant setback for South Korea, a team that has not claimed an Olympic medal in women's handball since the 2008 Beijing Olympics, where they won bronze. The team's departure from the tournament underscores a challenging phase in their Olympic handball endeavors.