South Korea at the 1972 Summer Olympics


South Korea, as Korea, competed at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich, West Germany. 42 competitors, took part in 24 events in 8 sports.

Medalists

Silver

In the first modern archery competition at the Olympics, South Korea entered three women. Their highest placing competitor was Kim Ho-gu, at 7th place in the women's competition.
Women's Individual Competition:
Men's High Jump
Men's 4 × 100 m Relay
Women's Shot Put
Women's Discus Throw
Men's Light Middleweight

Shooting

Five male shooters represented South Korea in 1972.
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Swimming

Men's 400 m freestyle:
Men's 1500 m freestyle
Men's: 7th place
Women's: 4th place
Lightweight: