SUNGHOON: K-pop Artist Names ‘Dreamy’ ENHYPEN Song He’d Pick for an Olympic Figure Skating Routine
For ENHYPEN member SUNGHOON, the opportunity to serve as a torchbearer for Milano Cortina 2026 held particular significance. Before his rise to fame as a K-pop idol, SUNGHOON harbored a deep passion for figure skating, having first ice-skate at the age of eight.
Although SUNGHOON ultimately chose the musical path, his role in the coveted Torch Relay allowed him to experience the exhilarating atmosphere of the Winter Olympics firsthand. “I never imagined I would take part in the Olympics unless as an athlete,” he said. “However, I find great joy in my current position as an ambassador for the Korean Sport & Olympic Committee.”
“I was ecstatic when I received the news. Training for the Olympics consumed nearly half of my life,” he continued. “Visiting Milan as a K-pop artist fills me with excitement and gratitude.”
In his heyday as a figure skater, SUNGHOON proudly represented South Korea at various national competitions while eyeing international success. “My ultimate goal was competing at the Olympics and achieving commendable results,” he recalled. “I devoted ten years aspiring to compete at this level, making it a pivotal chapter in my life.”
Interestingly, figure skating was not the first ice sport that captivated SUNGHOON. “My first memory of the Olympics was watching Yuna Kim perform at the Vancouver Olympics,” he shared. “Her performance motivated me to take up figure skating. Initially, I started with ice hockey, but my parents encouraged me to pursue figure skating.”
When asked which ENHYPEN song he would choose for a skating routine, he enthusiastically stated, “I would recommend ‘Chaconne.’ If I continue to practice figure skating, I might create a routine set to this piece.”
“The song embodies a dark mood reminiscent of Black Swan. Most of our songs have upbeat tempos, but ‘Chaconne’ offers a catchy melody that complements the art form of figure skating effortlessly. This reflective atmosphere enhances emotional immersion,” he concluded.
