VERSAILLES - Seong Seung-min captured a historic bronze medal in the women's modern pentathlon at the Paris Olympics, marking a significant achievement as the first South Korean woman to earn an Olympic medal in this sport.
According to Yonhap News Agency, who is the 2024 world champion in modern pentathlon, finished third at the prestigious event held at the Chateau de Versailles, just west of Paris. She trailed behind Michelle Gulyas of Hungary and Elodie Clouvel of France, who secured the gold and silver medals respectively. This podium finish not only underscores Seong's prowess in the five-disciplined sport but also marks a milestone for South Korea's representation in less traditional Olympic sports.