South Korea Sports & Global Competitions

News and analysis on South Korean sports, athletes, and the sports industry in international competitions.

US Open Means War With the Course, So Why Green Speed of Just 3.05 Meters?

The 126th US Open opens at Shinnecock Hills, where the USGA lowered green speed to 3.05-3.2 meters amid forecasts of historic 18-meter-per-second gusts....

Published 2026.06.18. 19:18:39 |

'Hero Goalkeeper' Vozinha to Reunite With Mother After US Politicians Intervene

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha, who stopped 27 shots against Spain at the 2026 World Cup, will reunite with his mother after US politicians helped reso...

Published 2026.06.18. 18:15:53 |

Legendary Goalkeeper Kim Byung-ji: Montes Absence Is Korea's Chance for High-Scoring Win

Legend goalkeeper Kim Byung-ji says Cesar Montes' suspension gives Korea a decisive advantage against Mexico, urging a push after 70 minutes using for...

Published 2026.06.18. 17:27:29 |

Kane Answers With Brace as Golden Boot Race Heats Up

Published 2026.06.18. 17:27:16 |

Beat Mexico and the Road Clears: Hong Myung-bo Aims to Surpass Semifinal Legend

Korea faces host Mexico in Group A of the 2026 World Cup on the 19th in a virtual decider for the top spot. Coach Hong Myung-bo hopes to surpass the 2...

Published 2026.06.18. 17:26:52 |

Queiroz Becomes Oldest Manager to Win a World Cup Match

Carlos Queiroz became the oldest manager to win a FIFA World Cup match at 73 years, 3 months, leading Ghana to a 1-0 victory over Panama at the 2026 N...

Published 2026.06.18. 17:26:39 |

Korea-Mexico Match Draws 20,000 to Gwanghwamun in 'Red Wave'

Up to 20,000 fans are expected at Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square for Korea's World Cup match against Mexico, with cheering events also at Shinsegae's main...

Published 2026.06.18. 16:32:42 |

Betting Markets Favor Mexico Over South Korea Ahead of World Cup Clash

Global betting markets and Opta's supercomputer favor Mexico over South Korea in their 2026 World Cup Group A clash, giving South Korea just a 24.8% w...

Published 2026.06.18. 16:23:29 |

Ronaldo Held Scoreless as Portugal Stunned by DR Congo 1-1

Cristiano Ronaldo was held scoreless as Portugal drew 1-1 with DR Congo in their 2026 World Cup Group K opener. Yoane Wissa's equalizer gave DR Congo ...

Published 2026.06.18. 15:48:30 |

Czech Coach Says Korea Left Stronger Impression Than Mexico, Calls Them "Dynamic"

Czech coach Miroslav Koubek named Korea and Mexico as top Group A contenders at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saying Korea left a stronger impression after...

Published 2026.06.18. 13:21:24 |

'Billiards Prodigy' Kim Young-won Donates 30 Million Won to Alma Mater

Billiards prodigy Kim Young-won, the PBA's youngest champion, donated 30 million won to his alma mater Bukseoul Middle School to fund scholarships for...

Published 2026.06.18. 12:49:17 |

Queiroz's Ghana Edges Panama on Late Stoppage-Time Goal

Ghana, led by Carlos Queiroz, beat Panama 1-0 with a stoppage-time goal by Caleb Irenky in their opening 2026 World Cup Group L match in Toronto, fini...

Published 2026.06.18. 11:29:50 |

Confident Ronaldo Held Without Shot on Target in Stunning Draw With Congo

Portugal stunned in 2026 World Cup opener with 1-1 draw against Congo. Captain Cristiano Ronaldo recorded zero shots on target, while Congo earned a h...

Published 2026.06.18. 09:50:39 |

Czech Coach Says Korea More Impressive Than Mexico Ahead of Group Showdown

Czech coach Koubek says Korea impressed him more than Mexico ahead of their group showdown. Hong Myung-bo's squad faces host Mexico, with the winner l...

Published 2026.06.18. 09:18:42 |

Hong Myung-bo Urges Players to Surpass 2002 World Cup Semifinal

South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo urged his players to surpass the 2002 World Cup semifinal run ahead of the team's Group A clash against host Mexico on...

Published 2026.06.18. 08:44:23 |

Lee Jung-hoo Hits 4th Homer in 'Korean Derby'; Kim Ha-seong Silent for 4th Straight Game

Lee Jung-hoo hit his fourth home run of the season in the "Korean Derby" against Kim Ha-seong, as the San Francisco Giants beat the Atlanta Braves 7-2...

Published 2026.06.18. 08:35:53 |

Kane Bags Brace as England Beats Croatia 4-2

England beat Croatia 4-2 in their 2026 World Cup Group L opener in Dallas, with Harry Kane scoring a brace to become the sole leader in all-time World...

Published 2026.06.18. 08:02:16 |

Kumkang Housing Cup Junior Golf Championship Tees Off at Gunsan CC

The Kumkang Housing Cup National Middle and High School Golf Championship tees off at Gunsan CC, with 240 junior players competing for national team s...

Published 2026.06.18. 08:01:34 |

Golf Ball 'Rollback' Delayed Beyond 2030 Over Distance Doubts

The USGA and R&A have postponed the golf ball distance "rollback" rule to beyond 2030, citing manufacturer concerns and doubts over whether the propos...

Published 2026.06.18. 07:43:17 |

US Open Total Purse Rises to $22.5 Million This Year, Up $1 Million

The USGA raised the 2025 US Open total purse to $22.5 million, up $1 million, with the winner at Shinnecock Hills set to receive $4.5 million....

Published 2026.06.18. 07:38:45 |