About Pak Hyon-suk
Born 1985. Pak Hyon-suk is a North Korean weightlifter.
Pak Hyon-Suk (; or ; born August 4, 1985)
She won the gold medal in the 63 kg category at the 2008 Summer Olympics, with 241 kg in total.
Upon receiving her gold medal, she obtained a warm reception back in her home country and from the KCNA.
Pak represents the Amnokgang Sports Team.
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Who is Pak Hyon-suk?
North Korean weightlifter
When was Pak Hyon-suk born?
Pak Hyon-suk was born on 4 August 1985 in North Korea.
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Pak Hyon-suk is a weightlifter.
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Pak Hyon-suk is North Korean.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Pak Hyon-suk. https://biography.guide/pak-hyon-suk/
MLA: "Pak Hyon-suk." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/pak-hyon-suk/.
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