SHINee's Minho finished third in the men's 35 to 39 age group at the 2026 World Triathlon Cup Tongyeong, held October 24 and 25 at Tongyeong Triathlon Square in South Gyeongsang Province. He crossed the line in 2 hours, 27 minutes and 13 seconds. His splits were 26:39 for the swim, 1:14:55 for the bike and 40:52 for the run.
Minho is widely known in K-pop as the athlete of the group. He made waves on MBC's I Live Alone when he placed near the top of his first race just two months after starting triathlon training. Now, he's brought that consistency to an international podium. Hard work has paid off.
The same energy and focus he brings to the stage showed up on race day. Triathlon demands endurance and mental strength across swim, bike and run, and Minho delivered balanced performances in all three disciplines. His podium finish reflects months of serious commitment.
Known for his discipline and goal-setting, Minho has never been one to pick the easy route. Whether on stage or at the finish line, he doesn't compromise. This result proves he treats every pursuit with the same intensity. What challenge will Minho take on next?
Minho is widely known in K-pop as the athlete of the group. He made waves on MBC's I Live Alone when he placed near the top of his first race just two months after starting triathlon training. Now, he's brought that consistency to an international podium. Hard work has paid off.
The same energy and focus he brings to the stage showed up on race day. Triathlon demands endurance and mental strength across swim, bike and run, and Minho delivered balanced performances in all three disciplines. His podium finish reflects months of serious commitment.
Known for his discipline and goal-setting, Minho has never been one to pick the easy route. Whether on stage or at the finish line, he doesn't compromise. This result proves he treats every pursuit with the same intensity. What challenge will Minho take on next?
FAQ
What place did SHINee's MINHO take at the international triathlon competition?
SHINee's MINHO placed third in the 35–39 age group at the 2026 Tongyeong World Triathlon Cup, finishing in 2 hours 27 minutes 13 seconds. The international event was held in Tongyeong, Gyeongnam on October 24–25.
What were MINHO's split times for each triathlon leg?
MINHO recorded 26 minutes 39 seconds for the swim, 1 hour 14 minutes 55 seconds for the bike, and 40 minutes 52 seconds for the run. He showed consistent balance across all three disciplines, earning a podium finish with a total time of 2 hours 27 minutes 13 seconds.
When did MINHO start doing triathlons?
MINHO began triathlon on MBC's 'I Live Alone' and placed highly in his first competition just two months after starting. The Tongyeong race showcased the results of his steady training on an international stage.
