Breaking Athlete Kim Hong-yeul Selected for National Team, Aiming for Second Consecutive Asian Games Medal

South Korean breaking star Kim Hong-yeul (Hong10) is set to challenge for a medal for the second consecutive time at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.

The Korea Federation of DanceSport (KFD) announced on June 10 that Kim Hong-yeul and Kim Heon-woo (Wing) have been selected for the men's B-Boy team, while Kwon Seong-hee (Starry) and Kim Ye-ri (Yell) have been named to the women's B-Girl team for the 2026 Asian Games breaking events.

Kim Hong-yeul is a silver medalist from the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games and a leading figure in South Korean breaking who competed in the 2024 Paris Olympics.

He will once again embark on a quest for a medal at this upcoming Asian Games.

Kim Heon-woo is also a veteran who gained experience at the Hangzhou Games, and he will compete in this tournament leveraging his world-class experience and unique techniques.

Kwon Seong-hee, who is competing in her second consecutive Asian Games following the Hangzhou tournament, aims to reach the podium with her powerful skills.

Kim Ye-ri, a bronze medalist in breaking at the 2018 Buenos Aires Youth Olympic Games, will make her debut on the Asian Games stage through this tournament.

Kang Il-sung, President of the KFD, stated, "I send my sincere congratulations and support to the four athletes who will represent South Korea on the grand stage of the Asian Games," adding, "The federation will spare no effort in providing full support, including systematic training and on-site care, so that our athletes can showcase their world-class skills without any regrets."

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