Jeong Hyeon Joins Gimpo City Hall Tennis Team, Eyes Davis Cup Success

Gimpo, Gyeonggi-do – South Korean tennis star Jeong Hyeon has officially joined the Gimpo City Hall Workplace Sports Department tennis team, marking a new chapter in his career. The announcement, made on March 18, 2026, was celebrated with a special event at the Salter Indoor Tennis Court in Gimpo City on March 17th.

Davis Cup Recognition and City Support

During the event, Jeong Hyeon presented Gimpo Mayor Kim Byung-soo with a commemorative framed uniform worn during a recent Davis Cup match. Despite national team regulations preventing team logos, Jeong Hyeon reportedly requested the Korea Tennis Association to include the Gimpo City Hall mark to promote the city as a key part of his representation.

Mayor Kim formalized Jeong Hyeon’s integration into the team by presenting him with a bouquet of flowers and attaching the Gimpo City Hall mark to his uniform.

Jeong Hyeon’s Commitment and Future Goals

“I am very happy to be a member of the Gimpo City Hall tennis team,” Jeong Hyeon stated, adding his commitment to representing both Korea and Gimpo City in the upcoming second round of the Davis Cup.

Gimpo City’s Investment in Sports

Mayor Kim Byung-soo emphasized the positive impact of Jeong Hyeon’s addition to the team, stating, “With Jeong Hyeon joining, the status of Gimpo City’s sports will be further raised, and Gimpo will grow known internationally beyond Gyeonggi-do and the whole country.” He affirmed the city’s continued support for athletes, ensuring they have the best possible environment for training and competition. Gimpo is actively working to become a global city, and this partnership with a prominent athlete is a key step in that direction.

Gimpo City’s Expanding Role in Sports and Culture

This announcement comes as Gimpo City continues to develop as a hub for sports and cultural activities. Mayor Kim Byung-soo is also the owner of Gimpo FC and Chairman of the National Multicultural City Council, demonstrating a commitment to both athletic excellence and community development. Kim Byung-soo has been a key figure in Gimpo’s growth, and his leadership is expected to further elevate the city’s profile.