Minho apologizes for 'marathon controversy'… calls out triathlon cheating: "They come with a motor on the bike" [I Live Alone]

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SHINee's Minho apologized over the marathon 'pushing' controversy, while also mentioning procedures to prevent cheating in triathlons.

In an episode of MBC's variety show 'I Live Alone' broadcast on the 6th, Minho was shown participating in a triathlon held in Tongyeong, Gyeongsangnam-do.

On that day, Minho visited the venue the day before the competition to complete athlete registration and equipment checks. After being subjected to a swim-off to determine starting order based on swimming times, he lined up for his bicycle and helmet inspection.

Minho revealed, "I was secretly nervous during the check." When Code Kunst asked, "What usually gets people flagged?" Minho explained, "If the handlebars stick out too much, or…"

Minho then joked toward Jeon Hyun-moo, saying, "Like how Hyung-moo would spend money to install a motor and come in."

He added, "It really happens. There are people like that. Because it makes their times faster. That's why they inspect everything," explaining the reason for the thorough equipment checks.

Afterward, Minho managed his condition at a lodging near the venue while preparing for the race. On the day of the competition, he stated, "My goal for this event is to break my personal record," setting targets of under 30 minutes for swimming, under 1 hour and 12 minutes for cycling, and 40 minutes for running.

In particular, Minho declared his resolve, saying, "A total time in the 2nd-hour-20-minute range is my goal. I will do my best," before starting the swimming race amid tension.

Meanwhile, Minho completed the full course of the '2026 JTBC Seoul Marathon' held on the 1st in 3 hours, 00 minutes, and 18 seconds, but was embroiled in controversy after a video spread showing another participant appearing to push his back and lower back during the race.

In response, Minho apologized through his personal social media account on the 3rd, stating, "I am sorry for disappointing many people at the marathon I participated in on November 1."

He continued, "I will pay even more attention to ensure the same incident does not happen again and will strive to always show you a good image," adding, "I do not accept the result of this marathon either, and I will not forget the lessons learned from this process."

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