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Tom Kim wins Asian Games gold, earns military service exemption

Original: Tom Kim powers to Games gold and exemption from military service

South Korean golfer Tom Kim won gold at the Asian Games, a result that carries a significant practical reward: under South Korean law, athletes who win gold at the Games are exempted from mandatory military service. The victory removes a major career disruption hanging over one of golf's young stars and secures his path on the US PGA Tour.

Why now: The gold medal exempts the high-profile young golfer from South Korea's mandatory military service, a decision with big implications for his career.

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