DK ASIA Chairman Kim Jeong-mo Announces Cash Rewards for Incheon Athletes Winning Medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics
DK ASIA, a real estate development company, announced on the 6th that it will award cash prizes to the South Korean athletes from Incheon who have elevated the nation's prestige by winning medals at the Paris Olympics.
According to DK ASIA, athletes who won gold medals at the Olympics will receive 100 million KRW, while silver and bronze medalists will receive 50 million KRW and 30 million KRW, respectively. The awards will be presented through the Incheon Sports Council.
As a result, three athletes from Incheon will receive these awards. DK ASIA will grant 100 million KRW to Jeon Hun-young, who achieved an unprecedented 10th consecutive gold medal in the women's archery team event. Jeon Eun-hye will receive 50 million KRW for her silver medal in fencing, and Jung Ye-rin will receive 30 million KRW for her bronze medal in judo. The awards will be presented on the 13th of this month.
DK ASIA plans to continue offering these rewards in future Olympics. To instill pride in those affiliated with Incheon and elevate South Korea's prestige, the company aims to provide awards in the upcoming 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, as well as in future events.
DK ASIA is committed to the philosophy of mutual growth and coexistence, leading the way in Incheon's development and public benefit enhancement. The company has built and donated the Handul Elementary School and its affiliated kindergarten in Incheon for local talent development. Additionally, it has been actively transforming Incheon into an attractive and pleasant city by installing special lighting on Baekseok Bridge and Bongsoo Road, replacing streetlights, creating large-scale parks, and planting roadside trees. Furthermore, through the Seo-gu District Office, DK ASIA supports monthly meal expenses for numerous local children's centers, expanding its positive impact on the local community.
Kim Jung-mo, Chairman of DK ASIA, stated, "I sincerely congratulate Jeon Hun-young, who won the gold medal in archery at the Paris Olympics representing Incheon. This gold medal is a remarkable achievement in South Korea's archery history, marking an unprecedented 10th consecutive Olympic victory. I would also like to express my heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to Jeon Eun-hye, who won the silver medal in fencing in France, the home of fencing, and Jung Ye-rin, who secured the bronze medal in women's judo."
Chairman Kim further commented, "DK ASIA will continue to enhance the value of the local community through various social contribution activities, spreading positive influence. We are committed to investing generously in the development of culture and arts in Incheon to instill pride among its citizens, growing alongside the community, and providing a better environment and opportunities for future generations."