‘셔틀콕’ 쌍둥이 자매 “목표는 올림픽 금메달입니다” [9시 뉴스] / Kbs 2023.04.10.

Introduction

In the world of badminton, a pair of promising young talents has emerged, sweeping through domestic competitions with their incredible skills. Meet the Kim twins, Kim Minji and Kim Minseon, who are affectionately known as "Shindong" in the badminton community. With their perfect synchronization and unwavering determination, they are nurturing their dream of winning an Olympic gold medal. I had the pleasure of meeting them and was captivated by their impeccable hairstyles and fierce competitive spirit. Although they may look alike with their neatly tied hair and powerful grunts, their hands gripping the racket tell a different story. Let's dive into the extraordinary journey of these twin sisters from Chia High School.

The Perfect Synchronization

Kim Minji and Kim Minseon have achieved remarkable success in women's doubles with their flawless control and synchronization. They clinched victory in the women's doubles category, leaving spectators in awe of their exceptional talent. However, what unfolded next was truly remarkable. Just one hour later, they found themselves facing each other in the women's singles final. The intensity of the match was palpable, with both players giving it their all. In the end, it was younger sister Kim Minseon who emerged victorious, leaving her older sister smiling in defeat. As she wiped away her sweat-drenched forehead, she said, "It seems like my chance for revenge will have to wait until next year. This match wasn't easy at all!"

A Journey that Started at Six

The twins began their badminton journey side by side at the tender age of six. Since then, they have never lost a doubles match on the national high school stage. Their prowess extends beyond domestic competitions as well. As junior national representatives, they secured first place in the Asian Junior Championships for women's doubles and claimed third place in women's singles at the Netherlands Junior Open last month. These achievements have solidified their international competitiveness and set them on a path to even greater dreams.

Dreaming Big

With their shuttlecock skills, the twins are now dreaming bigger than ever before. Although they fell short in last year's selection tournament, they are determined to accumulate more points and challenge themselves for a spot this year. Their ultimate goal is to perform well in the Asian Games and, if possible, achieve outstanding results in the Olympics. As they continue to chase their dreams, there are