Ryu Seung-min

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

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Records

Ryu Seung-min's Olympic gold in 2004 stands as a historic achievement, breaking China's dominance in men's singles. He is the only non-Chinese player to win the title between 1996 and 2016. His three consecutive Olympic medals from 2004 to 2012 demonstrate remarkable consistency at the highest level. Beyond competition, his roles as IOC member and KSOC President highlight his leadership and dedication to sport.

AwardsRyu Seung-min's decorated career includes an Olympic gold medal in men's singles in 2004, an Olympic bronze in the team event in 2008, and an Olympic silver in the team event in 2012. These medals represent his most significant achievements, cementing his legacy as one of South Korea's greatest table tennis players.

Honours & Distinctions

IOC Member

International Olympic Committee·2016

Elected as a member, representing athletes at the Olympic movement's governing body.

ITTF Foundation Ambassador

International Table Tennis Federation·2018

Appointed to promote peace and development through table tennis.

KSOC President

Korean Sport & Olympic Committee·2026

Serving as the highest official in South Korean Olympic sport governance.

Rankings & Lists

#No. 2

World Ranking

ITTF·2004

#No. 25

World Ranking

ITTF·2013

Records & Feats

Only non-Chinese Olympic men's singles gold medalist (1996–2016)

Olympic Record·2004

Ryu Seung-min won the 2004 Olympic men's singles title, the only time a non-Chinese player did so between 1996 and 2016.