Nagoya:South Korea secured its first-ever gold medal in men's 3x3 basketball at the Asian Games by defeating Qatar 19-10 at Kinjo Futo Station Square Venue.

According to Yonhap News Agency, the South Korean team, composed of collegiate players Lee Ju-yeong, Kim Seung-woo, Lee Dong-geun, and Ku Min-gyo, showcased a strong performance, with Lee Ju-yeong scoring nine points, including three successful shots from behind the arc.

Earlier on Friday, the South Korean women's team claimed the bronze medal by defeating Thailand 21-8. The South Korean men's team had previously won gold in the 5x5 basketball tournament, while the women's 5x5 team advanced to the final after beating China in the semifinals.

This victory marked South Korea's 800th gold medal in Asian Games history. The 3x3 basketball event made its debut at the Asian Games in 2018, where South Korea won silver, and they subsequently finished fourth in the 2023 edition before claiming the top spot this year.

In the game against Qatar, South Korea maintained a narrow 6-4 lead halfway through. Lee Ju-yeong extended the lead to 8-4 with a long-distance shot, and Kim Seung-woo added another point to make it 9-4. The team solidified their lead with two-point shots from Lee Dong-geun and Lee Ju-yeong, putting the game beyond Qatar's reach. Lee Dong-geun finished with a layup with just 4.6 seconds remaining, securing the victory. He also led the team with six rebounds, while Kim contributed five points and four rebounds.