The South Korean duo of Baek Hye-jin and Lee Yong-seok secured a silver medal in wheelchair curling mixed doubles at the 2026 Winter Paralympics, marking the country's first medal in this category in 16 years. In an intense final held at the Cortina Olympic Stadium in Italy, the pair faced China's Wang Meng and Yang Jin-chao, ultimately losing the match 9-7 after extra ends. Despite not achieving gold, their silver medal symbolizes a commendable achievement given the challenges faced throughout the match.

During the match, South Korea struggled initially, falling behind as China gained an early lead with significant scoring in the first few ends. However, South Korea showcased resilience, making a strong comeback in the latter half of the game. The turning point came when South Korea executed a successful power play, allowing them to score three points and close the gap, leading to a nail-biting finish.

This silver medal marks a significant moment for South Korean sports as it not only represents their return to the podium in the wheelchair curling category since the Vancouver 2010 Paralympics but also highlights the introduction of mixed doubles as an official event. With these accomplishments, the national team hopes to inspire further interest and participation in wheelchair curling and other adaptive sports across the country, reinforcing the spirit of perseverance and determination that characterized their journey to the medal podium.