Korea Eyes Golden Days at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on October 2-3 The Korean delegation is expected to secure the most gold medals during the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on October 2 and 3. Key events, including finals in archery, taekwondo, golf, sports climbing, and men's soccer, are scheduled for these two days, with a potential of up to 11 gold medals.Korea will send a total of 1,052 athletes and officials across 41 sports, participating in all events except cricket and padel. This marks the largest number of sports Korea has ever entered in the Asian Games.T September 17, 2026

Korean Women's Volleyball Team Dominates Hong Kong in Asian Games Opener The South Korean women's volleyball team, aiming for its first Asian Games medal in eight years, secured a convincing victory in their opening match of the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.Under the guidance of head coach Cha Sang-hyun, South Korea (ranked 28th by the International Volleyball Federation) defeated Hong Kong (ranked 127th) in the first match of Group D on September 16 at the Komaki Park Arena in Japan, winning in straight sets with scores of 25-23, 25-12, and 25-12.Star player Kang S September 17, 2026

South Korea Women's Soccer Team Dominates Myanmar 5-0 in Asian Games Opener The South Korea women's soccer team kicked off the 2026 Aichi Nagoya Asian Games with a commanding 5-0 victory over Myanmar, marking a strong start in their quest for a historic gold medal.Under the guidance of head coach Shin Sang-woo, South Korea (ranked 19th by FIFA) triumphed in their Group F opener on September 14 at Nagai Stadium in Osaka, thanks to a hat trick from Kim Min-ji against Myanmar (ranked 55th).This match also drew attention as it featured a showdown between South Korea and Mya September 17, 2026

Korean Women's Volleyball Team Aims for Redemption at 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games The Korean women's volleyball team, ranked 28th by the International Volleyball Federation, is set to seek redemption at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games after a disappointing performance three years ago in Hangzhou.Under the guidance of head coach Cha Sang-hyun, Korea will open its Group D campaign on September 16 at 4 p.m. against Hong Kong, ranked 127th, at the Komaki Park Arena in Aichi Prefecture. The team will then face Qatar (107th) on September 17 at 1 p.m. and Vietnam (32nd) on Septemb September 17, 2026

Moon Do-yeop Finishes Second at Shinhan Donghae Open Ahead of Asian Games Moon Do-yeop, representing South Korea in men's golf, secured second place at the 42nd Shinhan Donghae Open, co-hosted by the Korea Professional Golf Association (KPGA) and the Japan Golf Tour Organization (JGTO), with a total prize pool of 1.5 billion won.On September 13, at the Jack Nicklaus Golf Club Korea Urban Links Course in Incheon, Moon shot a final round of 6-under 66, featuring eight birdies and one double bogey.With a total score of 14-under 274, Moon finished tied for second with Jan September 17, 2026

South Korea's Men's Basketball Team Defeats Japan by 17 Points, Advances to Quarterfinals The South Korean men's basketball team achieved a decisive victory over their long-time rivals Japan in the final group stage match of the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.Under the guidance of Latvian coach Nikolajs Mazulis, South Korea (ranked 57th by FIBA) defeated Japan (22nd) 100-83 on September 13 at the Aichi International Arena. This win followed previous victories against Saudi Arabia (82-66) and Indonesia (102-48), securing South Korea's spot in the quarterfinals as the top team in Group September 17, 2026

Korean Women's Basketball Team Finalizes Roster for 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games The Korean women's basketball team will compete in the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games without its key players, Jisoo Park (Cheongju KB) and Jihyun Park (LA Sparks).The Korea Basketball Association announced the final roster for the women's basketball team on September 14, 2026.Among the 13 players initially selected for training, Jisoo Park and Jihyun Park will not join the final squad. The team has decided to proceed with 11 players without adding any replacements.According to the association, J September 17, 2026

Team Korea Prepares for 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games: A Look Back at 18 Attempts The 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, the first summer edition held in Japan in 32 years, is set to begin in 10 days. South Korea, which narrowly missed out on second place by just one gold medal at the 1994 Hiroshima Games, is aiming for 40 to 45 gold medals and to maintain its goal of finishing third overall at this year's event.Since its debut at the 1954 Manila Games, South Korea has participated in 18 Asian Games. While it has never finished first overall, it has placed in the top three in 16 September 17, 2026

Korea's Men's Basketball Team Defeats Saudi Arabia for First Win at 2026 Asian Games The South Korean men's basketball team, aiming to reclaim the Asian Games title after 12 years, secured a decisive victory in their opening match, marking the first win for the Korean delegation.Under the guidance of head coach Nikolajs Mazulis, South Korea (ranked 57th by FIBA) defeated Saudi Arabia (ranked 64th) 82-66 in their Group A opener at the Aichi International Arena in Nagoya, Japan, on September 10.The men's basketball team was the first among all South Korean athletes to compete in a September 17, 2026

Impact of Federal Reserve Rate Hike on South Korean Economy The U.S. Federal Reserve has raised interest rates for the first time in over three years, increasing the burden on the South Korean economy. The Bank of Japan is also expected to raise rates, indicating a coordinated tightening among major economies that could significantly impact exchange rates, prices, and the cost of financing for households and businesses.On September 16, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) raised the policy interest rate by 0.25 percentage points, from 3.50-3.75% to 3 September 17, 2026