About Kim Un-guk
Born 1988. Kim Un-guk is a North Korean weightlifter.
Kim Un-guk (; born 28 October 1988) is a North Korean weightlifter, Olympic champion, and two-time world champion.
He is also a Labor Hero and People's Athlete.
Career At the Olympic Games 2012 he competed in the Men's 62-kg division, in the snatch portion of the competition he set an Olympic Record and matched the current world record of 153 kg. In the clean & jerk portion, his final attempt of 174 kg set a new world record total of 327 kg.
At the 2015 World Weightlifting Championships he failed a doping test and had his results disqualified. He was the original silver medalist.
Kim is an athlete at the April 25 Sports Club.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Kim Un-guk?
North Korean weightlifter
When was Kim Un-guk born?
Kim Un-guk was born on 28 October 1988 in Pyongyang.
What is Kim Un-guk's occupation?
Kim Un-guk is a weightlifter.
What nationality is Kim Un-guk?
Kim Un-guk is North Korean.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Kim Un-guk. https://biography.guide/kim-un-guk/
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