A Landmark Occasion: Sunghoon Ignites the Olympic Spirit in Milan
In a historic moment for the global music scene, SUNGHOON of ENHYPEN officially took his place in the annals of Olympic history. Just hours ahead of the 2026 Winter Games opening ceremony on Thursday, February 5, the K-pop star successfully completed his leg of the torch relay through the vibrant streets of Milan.
Documented in a viral collaborative post by the official Olympics and ENHYPEN social media accounts, Sunghoon appeared poised and professional in his official Olympic attire. Sporting a crisp white uniform accented with bold orange and pink shoulder detailing, he navigated his stretch of the Italian metropolis with the silver torch held high. Ever the charismatic performer, he paused to acknowledge the sea of cheering fans, occasionally gesturing toward his playful Olympic-themed sunglasses.
The official caption reflected the excitement of the crowd: “We’re absolutely captivated! Sunghoon arrived in Milan and carried out his duties as a torchbearer for Milano Cortina 2026 with his signature elegance and charm.”
Breaking Records and Making History
The announcement of Sunghoon’s participation first broke in January, generating significant buzz among music and sports enthusiasts alike. This traditional ceremony, which symbolizes the transition of the Olympic flame toward its final destination, marks a rare achievement for the industry. Sunghoon is now only the second K-pop artist to serve as an overseas Olympic torchbearer, following in the footsteps of BTS’s Jin, who participated in the 2024 Paris Summer Games.
This prestigious honor coincides with a period of unprecedented success for ENHYPEN. The group recently reached the pinnacle of the Billboard Artist 100 for the first time, fueled by the commercial and critical success of their latest EP, THE SIN : VANISH. Fans have even more to look forward to this spring, as the group prepares for the theatrical release of their documentary, ENHYPEN [WALK THE LINE SUMMER EDITION] IN CINEMAS, scheduled for March.
Experience Sunghoon’s historic run through Milan in the video below:
