In 'Stars' Top Recipe at Fun-Staurant,' Park Tae-hwan shares family stories.
A candid confession from the eternal marine boy Park Tae-hwan will be revealed on KBS 2TV's 'Stars' Top Recipe at Fun-Staurant' (hereinafter referred to as 'Fun-Staurant') airing at 8:30 p.m. on the 13th. The swimming legend Park Tae-hwan, who made history in South Korea's swimming with remarkable records, has put forth a fierce effort and passion hidden behind those splendid achievements, as well as the heartfelt sentiment from his family who have watched it all, and Park Tae-hwan's touching sincerity towards his family is expected to move viewers on Friday evening.
On that day, Park Tae-hwan is seen in a VCR having a warm phone call with his older sister. While discussing Park Tae-hwan's recent circumstances, his sister said, "Have you not lived a life where you couldn't enjoy what others have experienced because you were only focused on training?" She continued, "(After retirement) You seem comfortable and happy these days," making Park Tae-hwan emotional.
Park Tae-hwan endured the most grueling training over nearly 30 years of his athlete career. He started swimming at the age of 5 and reflected, "I have lived a life where I wake up at 4 a.m. and get in the water at 5 a.m. for almost 30 years. It has been nothing but punishment without a carrot. It feels like it has only been hard."
Nevertheless, Park Tae-hwan stated that the driving force that allowed him to endure the training was his family. He recalled, "In the past, my mother was fighting cancer and it was hard for her." He reflected, "No matter how much pain I felt that felt like my heart was going to burst, I think I endured it by reminding myself that it's nothing compared to the pain my mother feels."
When asked about the happiest moment in his athletic career, Park Tae-hwan revealed, "It's nice to feel good when I come in first, but more than that, it was when I could gift my parents a house." The cast members of 'Fun-Staurant,' who learned how Park Tae-hwan has endured difficult times with a heart full of gratitude since being selected as the youngest national representative at the age of 14, praised him, saying, "A national hero is also a devoted son." Additionally, Park Tae-hwan mentioned that despite pouring his everything into swimming, there were times he truly wanted to quit, revealing the surprising reason behind it. The detailed story will be disclosed on 'Fun-Staurant.'
Meanwhile, in the broadcast on that day, Park Tae-hwan will unveil a jaw-dropping eating show along with a new menu that incorporates all cheat keys.
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