North Korea weightlifter sets three world records for Asian Games gold

North Korean weightlifter Ri Song Gum secured the gold medal in the women’s 49kg category at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on Wednesday. During the competition, she successfully lifted 116kg in the clean and jerk, establishing three new world records in the process.

This victory marks the first gold medal for North Korea at the current Asian Games. The performance was noted for its technical achievement and significance to the nation's standing in the event.