On February 22, 2026, as the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina d'Ampezzo were nearing their conclusion, South Korea's men's bobsleigh team delivered an impressive performance, finishing 8th overall in the four-man event. The team, consisting of Kim Jin-su, Kim Hyung-geun, Lee Gun-woo, and Kim Seon-wook, recorded a combined time of 3 minutes and 39.24 seconds at the Cortina Sliding Center, marking them as the only Korean bobsleigh team to break into the top 10 in this competition. They had previously achieved this ranking after the first two heats, showcasing their competitive spirit against 27 teams.

Despite not medaling this time, the team expressed immense pride in their performance, stating in interviews that they raced fiercely and without regrets. Emotional reflections filled their post-race interviews, as Kim Seon-wook recalled the challenging journey leading to the Olympics over the past four years, sharing the trials they faced and the dedication involved in their preparation. Kim Jin-su looked ahead, expressing hope for better results at the 2026 Winter Olympics in France.

The South Korean bobsleigh team has been making strides in the sport, having previously won a bronze medal in the World Cup 1st event last November, marking a historical achievement as the first Korean team to reach the podium in the men's four-man bobsleigh category. With their Olympic journey concluding, South Korea finished the games with a total of three gold, four silver, and three bronze medals, outperforming their previous tally at the 2022 Beijing Olympics, which further highlights the growth and potential of South Korean winter sports.