About Cha Kum-Chol
Born 1987. Cha Kum-Chol is a North Korean weightlifter.
Cha Kum-Chol (; born July 19, 1987) is a North Korean weightlifter. His personal best combined lift is 283 kg.
At the 2007 World Championships he became world champion in the 56 kg category.
He competed in weightlifting at the 2008 Summer Olympics in the 56kg division, where he equalled his personal best to finish fifth.
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Who is Cha Kum-Chol?
North Korean weightlifter
When was Cha Kum-Chol born?
Cha Kum-Chol was born on 19 July 1987 in North Korea.
What is Cha Kum-Chol's occupation?
Cha Kum-Chol is a weightlifter.
What nationality is Cha Kum-Chol?
Cha Kum-Chol is North Korean.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Cha Kum-Chol. https://biography.guide/cha-kum-chol/
MLA: "Cha Kum-Chol." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/cha-kum-chol/.
Chicago: "Cha Kum-Chol." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/cha-kum-chol/.
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