SEAToday.com, Paris - There was an eye-catching moment in the mixed doubles table tennis match at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles on Tuesday (7/30).
A selfie taken by the podium finishers, including athletes from North and South Korea, quickly went viral on social media, captivating audiences worldwide. The image was widely shared, especially among South Korean influencers.
Given the historical tensions between the two nations, this photo is seen as a rare and powerful symbol of unity.
In the match, China's Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha claimed the gold medal, while North Korea's Ri Jong Sik and Kim Kum Yong secured silver. The bronze went to South Korea's Shin Yubin and Lim Jong-hoon.
