While K-pop idols are simply known for their abilities to sing and dance, they still boast other skills and talents that many people are unaware of unless the stars make it public. In particular, some artists are incredibly good at sports, winning in competitions and having been part of school clubs - below are 10 examples.
10 K-pop Idols Who Also Excel in Sports
SHINee Key
SHINee member Key not only stands out on stage but also on the water. During his high-school years, he competed in water-skiing competitions, representing the city of Daegu. Not to mention, he was the champion in national contests for two consecutive years, from 2006 to 2007.
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ENHYPEN Sunghoon
During an interview with Weverse magazine, Sunghoon talked about his career as a figure skater, starting from when he discovered he likes it. He told Weverse that he borrowed someone's figure skates and glided on the ice rink, and that's when he found out how enjoyable it is.
He also revealed that he was a hockey player and casual speed skater before he became a figure skater.
NCT Jaemin
Several fans may not know about this, but Jaemin used to be a speed skater. He enjoyed this sport during his middle school years and rumors say that he's really good at it.
WEi Kim Yohan
WEi member Kim Yohan was a national taekwondo athlete for a total of 13 years. He successfully won first place twice at the National Youth Sports Festival.
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During his appearance on Jessi's "Showterview," Yohan revealed that he would have been part of the national taekwondo team if he had not become a singer.
LOONA Hyunjin
Apart from male artists, there are also some female K-pop idols who are athletic, and LOONA Hyunjin is one of them. She was part of the soccer club, tennis club, basketball club, and table tennis club during her high school years.
Apink Bomi
Another female singer on the list is Apink Nomi, who looks adorable and ladylike. But, in reality, she's someone you wouldn't want to mess with. Bomi has a third degree black belt in taekwondo.
NCT Yuta
Yuta is another NCT member on our list. He is known to excel in playing soccer. In fact, he has been playing this sport since he was five until he turned 16 years old. No wonder why soccer is his favorite game.
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WJSN Cheng Xiao
WJSN member Cheng Xiao is also good at sports, particularly rhythmic gymnastics. Every ISAC, she never failed to stun the audience with her performance.
In addition to this, Cheng Xiao also underwent training to learn ballet and martial arts.
2PM Nichkhun
Other than his visuals and rapping skills, 2PM Nichkhun is also renowned for being good at playing badminton. His abilities in this sport are so impressive that he was given the nickname "shuttlecock prince." He was even chosen as the model for shuttlecock maker Yonex Korea.
VIXX N
Finally, we have VIXX N. He is not only the leader, main rapper, and center of the boy group, but also an avid figure skater (joining ENHYPEN Sunghoon). In fact, he has received an official certification for this sport.
Can you name other K-pop idols who are also good at sports?
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Written by Maria Scott
