Race to Freedom: Um Bok Dong

During Japan's colonial rule of Korea, a small act of defiance became a beacon of hope for a nation under occupation: Uhm Bok-dong's victory in the cycle championship. As the Japanese cyclists loomed large, Bok-dong and his training partner Jae-ho rallied Koreans with their tireless dedication to cycling, inspiring a symbol of resistance against the oppressive regime. Despite facing personal demons, including a past as a thief, Bok-dong emerged victorious, leaving an indelible mark on Korea's history.