Kim So-yeong
South Korean badminton player · South Korea · On the map · Athletes · Born 1992 · age 34
Kim So-yeong is a South Korean badminton player. She is widely recognized for her exceptional defensive skills, tactical intelligence, and powerful net play. Throughout her career, she has achieved significant milestones, most notably reaching the world number one ranking in the women's doubles alongside Kong Hee-yong.
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Her legacy is highlighted by several prestigious accolades, including a bronze medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, a silver and two bronze medals at the BWF World Championships, as well a bronze in the 2018 Asian Championships and 2022 Asian Games. Kim also part of Korea winning team in the 2022 Uber Cup and Asian Games. Together with her partner Kong, they were honored as the 2019 BWF Most Improved Player of the Year.
