Korean professional baseball saw record-breaking attendance, exceeding 12.3 million fans. The LG Twins secured their second consecutive championship, while the Hanwha Eagles reached the Korean Series for the first time in 19 years, led by MVP Cody Ponce, who has since joined the MLB. In a surprising turn of events, Ryu Seung-min, a former Olympic table tennis champion, defeated Kee Heung LEE to become the new president of the Korean Sport & Olympic Committee (KOC), promising reforms including term limits and modernized elections. Volleyball star Kim Yeon-kyung concluded her illustrious career with a championship and MVP awards. Finally, Hyundai Capital achieved a historic treble, winning the cup, regular league, and championship series.

The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) has approached the Korean Sport & Olympic Committee (KSOC) to gauge interest in hosting the 2029 Winter Asian Games, as Saudi Arabia faces difficulties in constructing the necessary facilities. Seung Min RYU reported the inquiry to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, which is now reviewing the feasibility of hosting the Games.