Kwak Yoon-ki's retirement from short track for the first time in 30 years is completely behind the strength of his juniors

By Yoona, Lee

Aug 05, 2025

Kwak Yoon-ki's retirement from short track for the first time in 30 years is completely behind the strength of his juniors



MBC 'Save me! Holmes' (directed by Jung Da-hi, Nam Yoo-jung, So In-ji, Kim Wan-cheol, Heo Ja-yoon/hereinafter 'Homes') features former short track player Kwak Yoon-ki as the client.

The broadcast on this day is an intermediary battle between the returning Bok and Deok teams, and former short track player Kwak Yoon-ki appears as the client. Currently, the client lives near the ice skating practice range, and the landlord converts the monthly rent to a charter and says he needs to move right away. The client's desired areas are Mapo-gu, Yongsan-gu, and Jongno-gu in the center of Seoul, and they wanted conditions of three rooms and one bathroom or more. Also, I hoped for a good neighborhood for eating alone and drinking during the day. The budget said it is possible to lease a deposit of up to 400 million won and monthly rent of up to 1 million won.

Client Kwak Yoon-ki's search for a new home will be represented by Yang Se-hyung from the Bok team, and Yang Se-chan from the Deok team will be represented and a 「Brother Fight」 will take place.




Kwak Yoon-ki's retirement from short track for the first time in 30 years is completely behind the strength of his juniors
Prior to the full-fledged appointment, the coordinators of 'Homes' greatly welcome Kwak Yoon-ki, who appeared in the studio, introducing 'The Living History of Short Track'. Kwak Yoon-ki is said to have recently retired from his career, revealing how he decided to retire. He was completely defeated by his juniors in the trials for the Milan Olympics next year. I'm exhausted.Confess that " draws attention.

Asked how he felt after retirement, Kwak Yoon-ki said, `When I was a player, I woke up at 5 a.m. and went to training, but there was no reason to get up early now. It was so nice to wake up as I wanted."But after a few days, I felt a little obliterated from the world, so I was in vain."and express one's honest feelings.

Also, when asked about his future plans, "If I hadn't had the opportunity to broadcast, I would have thought of a coach or a coach...Now I'm trying to find out what I can do." he says. In response, Kim Dae-ho "If you want to be a celebrity, ask me questions." to elicit laughter.




The three head to Yonggang-dong, Mapo-gu, where the Bok team's sale is located. Daeheung Station on Line 6 is an apartment within walking distance and is located right in front of Gangbyeonbuk-ro, so it is said that you can see the Han River from the house. Yang Se-hyung introduces that the lease is in the 300 million won range as the biggest advantage of this house, drawing everyone's attention.

Former short track speed skater Kwak Yoon-ki's search for a new home is on Thursday the 7th at 10 p.m. MBC 'Save Me! It is revealed in 'Holmes'.






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