North Korea at the 2016 Summer Paralympics
North Korea competed at the 2016 Summer Paralympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from 7 September to 18 September 2016.
North Korea at the 2016 Summer Paralympics | |
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IPC code | PRK |
in Rio de Janeiro | |
Competitors | 2 in 1 sports |
Medals |
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Summer Paralympics appearances | |
Athletics

Song Kum-jong about to board the bus to attend the Opening Ceremonies of the Rio Games.
Two North Korean athletes participated at the Rio Games. One is female discus thrower Song Kum-jong.[1]
- Men's Track
Athlete | Events | Heat | Final | ||
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Time | Rank | Time | Rank | ||
Kim Chol Ung (Guide – Ri Kum Song) |
1500 m T11 | Disqualified | Did not advance |
- Women's Field
Athlete | Events | Result | Rank |
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Song Kum Jong | Discus F56-57 | 12.08 | 12 |
References
- "North Korean Athletes Arrive in Rio for Summer Paralympics", The Korea Bizwire, 5 September 2016
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