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South Korea's Kim Gilli and Lim Jongun Win Gold at Montreal World Cup
Kim Gilli Secures 1,000m Gold with 0.009-Second Comeback Victory
Milan Olympic two-time champion Kim Gilli of South Korea clinched a dramatic victory in the women's 1,000m final at the Montreal Short Track World Championships. Observing from the back of the pack initially, Kim began her acceleration with three laps remaining, moving into fourth place with two laps to go. As the bell for the final lap rang, she made a decisive overtake on the outer lane, narrowly beating the Netherlands' Xandra Velzeboer by a mere 0.009 seconds to cross the finish line first. Kim expressed her joy, noting this was her second career World Championship gold medal.
Lim Jongun Takes 1,500m Gold in Adult Debut
Eighteen-year-old men's national team ace Lim Jongun also secured a gold medal in the men's 1,500m event at the World Championships in Montreal. In a fiercely contested final featuring eight skaters, Lim conserved his energy in the middle of the pack. As a gap opened during a skirmish among leading skaters in a corner on the final lap, he deftly maneuvered through, instantly seizing the lead. He maintained his position to the finish line, marking a triumphant debut in his first adult World Tour season. Lim expressed his immense happiness after the victory.
South Korean Short Track Poised for More Gold
With their gold medal wins, Kim Gilli and Lim Jongun are set to contend for more medals in the upcoming 2026 Short Track World Championships final day of competition. Kim will compete in her main event, the 1,500m, and the mixed relay, while Lim will participate in the 1,000m and men's relay events. Their performances are expected to culminate in a brilliant golden finale for the 2025-2026 season, signaling a bright future for South Korean short track.
*Source: YouTube: SBS News (2026-03-15)*
