1. Early life and background
Ri Kyong-sok, born on August 14, 1981, is a national of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea). His full name in Korean is 리경석Ri Kyong-sokKorean.
2. Athletic career
Ri Kyong-sok's professional weightlifting career culminated in his participation at the 2008 Summer Olympics, where he represented North Korea.
2.1. 2008 Summer Olympics participation
As part of the North Korean delegation, Ri Kyong-sok competed in the men's 56 kg weightlifting category at the 2008 Summer Olympics held in Beijing.