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'The three weeks were tough': Son Heung-min opens up on South Korean military service... and Tottenham star confirms he has made a full recovery from his broken arm

Son Heung-min has spoken about 'three tough weeks' on military service in his native South Korea during the coronavirus crisis.

The Tottenham forward used the pause of football to take the time to complete his mandatory national service in the South Korean Military Corps.

Awarded South Korea's Pilsung prize, Son excelled in shooting skills and was the top performer among 157 trainees. The 27-year-old - who is exempt from the full 21-month service after winning the Asian Games with his country in 2018 - admitted it was a 'good experience.