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South Korea reviews military exemptions
South Korea plans military exemption review after footballers' Asian Games comments.
In brief
South Korea plans military exemption review after footballers' Asian Games comments. South Korea will review military service exemptions for athletes following criticism of players who celebrated their exemptions after winning the Asian Games. Originally reported by BBC Sport.
South Korea military exemption review
South Korea's government says it intends to review military exemptions for athletes after South Korean footballers celebrated their exemptions at the Asian Games.
Lee Gi-hyuk's comments
South Korean captain Lee Gi-hyuk sparked outrage by announcing he was 'not going to the military' after winning a gold medal at the Asian Games.
“not going to the military”
Minister calls for review
Culture, Sports and Tourism minister Choi Hwi-young says the military exemption system will 'inevitably have to be scaled back' after 50 years.
“inevitably have to be scaled back”
System criticism
Critics argue the system favors Asian Games gold medalists over world champions, with 36 of 44 beneficiaries at this year's Asian Games being in soccer and baseball.
In short
South Korea will review military service exemptions for athletes following criticism of players who celebrated their exemptions after winning the Asian Games.
