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(South Korean Table Tennis Player) Ryu Seung-min is a renowned South Korean table tennis player celebrated for his remarkable achievements at the international level. He secured the gold medal in men's singles at the 2004 Summer Olympics by defeating top-seeded player Wang Hao from China. Ryu also played a key role in the success of the South Korean team, earning bronze in 2008 and silver in 2012. With a world ranking of twenty-fifth in July 2013, he later became a member of the International Olympic Committee and an ambassador for the ITTF Foundation, promoting sport for development and peace. In March 2022, Ryu signed with World Star Entertainment, signaling a new phase in his professional career.