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South Korean golfer Kim earns military exemption with Asian Games gold
Original: South Korean golfer Kim gets military exemption with Asian Games gold
South Korean golfer Kim won gold at the Asian Games, securing an exemption from South Korea's mandatory military service. The exemption, awarded to athletes who win gold at major multi-sport events, means Kim can continue his professional career without the roughly two-year military enlistment that applies to most South Korean men, a rule that has shaped the careers of many Korean golfers.
Why now: South Korean athletes' military exemptions are high-stakes career turning points, making Asian Games gold wins major news.
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