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Lee Won-hee was born on 19 July, 1981 in Seoul, South Korea, is a South Korean judoka (born 1981). Discover Lee Won-hee's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 42 years old?

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Age 42 years old
Zodiac Sign Cancer
Born 19 July 1981
Birthday 19 July
Birthplace Seoul, South Korea
Nationality South Korea

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Lee Won-hee Height, Weight & Measurements

At 42 years old, Lee Won-hee height is 172 cm and Weight 73 kg (161 lb).

Physical Status
Height 172 cm
Weight 73 kg (161 lb)
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Eye Color Not Available
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Who Is Lee Won-hee's Wife?

His wife is Kim Mi-hyun (m. 2008-2012) Yun Ji-hye (m. 2018)

Family
Parents Not Available
Wife Kim Mi-hyun (m. 2008-2012) Yun Ji-hye (m. 2018)
Sibling Not Available
Children Lee Hae-sung

Lee Won-hee Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Lee Won-hee worth at the age of 42 years old? Lee Won-hee’s income source is mostly from being a successful Judoka. He is from South Korea. We have estimated Lee Won-hee's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2024 Under Review
Net Worth in 2023 Pending
Salary in 2023 Under Review
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Source of Income Judoka

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1981

Lee Won-hee (born 19 July 1981) is a South Korean quadruple judo champion.

2003

He was the world champion in 2003.

2004

Lee won the gold medal in the men's lightweight division at the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens, Greece.

He was voted top judoka in the 2004 Olympics.

Lee was renowned for his favourite technique Tai Otoshi.

Lee is arguably one of the best South Korean judokas ever to live.

During his active career, he was nicknamed "Mr. Ippon" and "Grand Slammer" for his 48-game winning streak, of which, 43 were won by ippon.

2006

He also won the gold medal in 2006 Asian Games and 2003 Asian Judo Championships.

He won his Olympic gold medal by way of Ippon against Vitaly Makarov of Russia with 9 seconds left.

He was leading in the bout anyway, but had secured the win when he went in for Drop Seoi Nage and combined it with Kouchi gari to deliver Makarov onto his back with force.

2007

He lost to Wang Ki-chun in the qualifications for the 2007 World Championships in Rio de Janeiro and 2008 Olympics in Beijing.

Lee taught judo at his alma mater Yong In University.

2008

In 2008, Lee married golfer Kim Mi-hyun, and they have a son, Yeseong.

2012

The couple divorced in 2012.

2015

In 2015, he was promoted to head coach of the South Korean Women's Judo National Team.

Lee attended Boseong Middle School.

He is believed to have an IQ of 148.

2018

In 2018, Lee married South Korean table tennis player Yun Ji-hye and have a daughter together.