About Choi Eun-kyung
Born 1984. Choi Eun-kyung is a South Korean short-track speed skater.
Choi Eun-kyung (, born December 26, 1984) is a South Korean short track speed skater. She is a double Olympic Champion in relays and a two-time Overall World Champion for 2003 and 2004.
Biography At the 2002 Winter Olympics, Choi won a silver medal in the 1500 m and was a member of the gold medal-winning relay team in the 3000 m relay. She was the world recordholder for 1500 m at the time.
Choi's career heights came between the 2002 and 2006 Winter Olympics. She was the Overall World Champion in 2003 and in 2004. She also won the Overall World Cup title for the 2003–2004 season.
At the 2006 Winter Olympics, Choi equalled her achievements from the previous Olympics, winning a silver medal in the 1500 m and winning gold in the 3000 m relay. She was disqualified in the finals of the 1000 m.
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Who is Choi Eun-kyung?
South Korean speed skater
When was Choi Eun-kyung born?
Choi Eun-kyung was born on 26 December 1984 in Daegu.
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Choi Eun-kyung is a short-track speed skater.
What nationality is Choi Eun-kyung?
Choi Eun-kyung is South Korean.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Choi Eun-kyung. https://biography.guide/choi-eun-kyung/
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