ENHYPEN member Sunghoon is making history as the first K-pop idol to carry the torch at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina, bridging his dual legacy as elite athlete and global music star.
Sunghoon’s Olympic Journey: Key Details
| Event Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics |
| Role | Olympic Torchbearer |
| Date | February 6, 2026 |
| Location | San Siro Stadium, Milan, Italy |
| Significance | First Winter Olympics K-pop torchbearer |
| Previous K-pop Bearer | BTS’ Jin (Paris 2024 Summer Olympics) |
| Current Position | Korean Sport & Olympic Committee Ambassador |
Source: 2026 Winter Olympics – Wikipedia | ENHYPEN – Wikipedia
From National Skater to K-Pop Star
Before debuting with ENHYPEN in 2020, Sunghoon competed as reserve member of South Korea’s national figure skating team (2010-2020). His athletic career spanned a decade of Olympic aspirations.
“During my days as an athlete, it was my dream to participate in the Olympics,” Sunghoon revealed. “It feels like I’ve now achieved that dream as a singer, so I’m delighted and honored.”
As Korean Sport & Olympic Committee Ambassador, Sunghoon brings unique dual perspective: “Because I’m well aware of the passion and hard work of the national athletes… I am rooting for them wholeheartedly.”
K-Pop’s Olympic Tradition
He follows BTS’ Jin, who carried the torch at 2024 Paris Summer Olympics. This K-pop Olympic tradition now extends to Winter Games, showcasing idols’ expanding role in international sporting events and leveraging their influence to engage younger global audiences with Olympic values.
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FAQs
When is Sunghoon carrying the Olympic torch?
Was Sunghoon a professional figure skater before K-pop?
Yes, Sunghoon was a reserve member of South Korea’s national figure skating team from 2010 to early 2020 before debuting with ENHYPEN in 2020.
