"I Wanted It More": Captain Lee Seung-hyun's 'Golden Ending' After a 12-Year Wait (Press Conference)

The South Korean men's national basketball team defeated Japan 67 to 57, claiming the Asian Games championship for the first time in 12 years.

Lee Seung-hyun, the team captain who has played for the national team for over a decade, shared his deep yearning for this gold medal, saying, "I waited 12 years for this."

He also candidly spoke about his inner thoughts as captain and the process of keeping the players united despite lodging and bus issues, as well as a series of injuries.

'Sports Mug' brings you Lee's press conference held right after winning the gold medal.

Reported by Han Sung-hee | Produced and edited by Jinhyeong Park | Filmed by Kim Se-kyung | Produced by SBS Sports News Department
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