Jong Song-ok

Jong Song-ok (born 18 August 1974 in Haeju, South Hwanghae) is a female long-distance runner from North Korea, who won the world title in the women's marathon at the 1999 World Championships in Athletics in Seville, Spain.

She competed at 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, finishing 20th in the women's marathon.

Achievements

Year Competition Venue Position Event Notes
Representing  North Korea
1996 Olympic Games Atlanta, United States 20th Marathon 2:35:31
1999 World Championships Seville, Spain 1st Marathon 2:26:59

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