What if the last place is sad, but the judgment is disadvantageous? → It is a pity that the dependence on machines in an era of distrust of referees is increasing

Jun 01, 2025

What if the last place is sad, but the judgment is disadvantageous? → It is a pity that the dependence on machines in an era of distrust of referees is increasing
KBO League Kiwoom and Doosan at Gocheok Dome on the 1st. Kiwoom manager Hong Won-ki watches the players' training. Gocheok =Reporter Song Jeong-heon@sportschosun.com/2025.06.01/



What if the last place is sad, but the judgment is disadvantageous? → It is a pity that the dependence on machines in an era of distrust of referees is increasing
KBO League Kiwoom and Doosan at Gocheok Dome on the 1st. Kiwoom manager Hong Won-ki is answering questions from reporters. Gocheok =Reporter Song Jeong-heon@sportschosun.com/2025.06.01/
Kiwoom Heroes head coach Hong Won-ki expressed deep regret over the referee's decision.

Head coach Hong Won-ki complained that it is regrettable that the reality of the 'era of distrust of judges' has come ahead of the 2025 KBO League Doosan Bears match at Gocheok Sky Dome on the 1st.

Kiwoom almost missed the game because of one swing decision in the game that took place the day before. Kiwoom was even more desperate because it was in a quagmire for the most 10 consecutive losses by the club. However, there was a scene that was difficult to understand after Kiwoom led 1-0 with one out in the top of the eighth inning. Doosan's Lim Jong-sung tried to swing the bat on the outside ball with three balls and one strike but collected it. The referee asked the first base for a swing decision. Lim Jong-sung walked to base with a decision of 'North Wing'.




At that moment, head coach Hong Won-ki came out of the dugout. Director Hong Won-ki was unusually very outraged. They raised their voices and protested strongly. Coach Hong Won-ki was eventually sent off. Kiwoom overcame the crisis well and defended its 1-0 victory. If it had been overturned, Kiwoom could have complained that it had lost because of the referee.

Looking back at this scene, director Hong Won-ki said, `Of course, mistakes can be made because it's something that people do. Still, it is a pity that the scope is expanding, with the need to rely on machines from video reading and ABS zones to check-swinging."

When fairness and fair play are undermined, the foundation of professional sports is shaken. The person in charge of the game is natural, and fans who enjoy it are bound to be displeased.




Coach Hong Won-ki said "It was a complete game-winner. It was an urgent situation where the whole story could change because of one scene. I knew it couldn't be reversed, but I couldn't just ask and move on. He explained, "I went out ready to leave."

Then "It's not just about our team. Several clubs are now fighting for rankings and everyone is trying. It's uncomfortable for the fans, too. "If a single decision can determine victory or defeat, it's very heartbreaking." He hoped that a more accurate decision would be maintained.

What if the last place is sad, but the judgment is disadvantageous? → It is a pity that the dependence on machines in an era of distrust of referees is increasing
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Due to the walk, the mound management was also inevitable to change. Coach Hong Won-ki intended to lead Rosenberg, who is struggling, to the eighth inning. Rosenberg burst out laughing when the walk was declared. The number of pitches has also increased to 101. Director Hong Won-ki said, `I thought it would have a great psychological effect," he said, confessing that he had no choice but to change the pitcher.




Coach Hong urged improvement, saying, `If we can't overturn it in a clear situation and it has a big impact on the outcome of the game, it's a problem that we'll definitely think deeply about again.'



This article was translated by Naver AI translator.