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On July 30, during the mixed doubles table tennis event at the 2024 Paris Olympics, South Korea clinched bronze, North Korea secured silver, and China took gold. Despite the historical tensions between the two Koreas, the event showcased a rare display of unity and sportsmanship.
After the medal ceremony, South Korean athletes Lim Jong Hoon and Shin Yu Bin, North Korea’s Ri Jong Sik and Kim Kum Yong, and China’s Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha came together for a group selfie. The image, capturing the athletes' camaraderie and mutual respect, quickly spread across social media platforms, including TikTok.
Netizens were deeply moved by the photograph, which symbolized the Olympic spirit of bringing nations together despite political differences.
Here are some netizens comments
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The viral selfie has been celebrated as a powerful example of how sports can transcend geopolitical tensions.