MCs Song Hae-na and Lee Yi-kyung from 'I Am SOLO' (SBS Plus, ENA co-production) are set to heat up the '2026 I Am Solo Run' marathon event in Yeouido on May 9.
Additionally, a large number of former 'I Am SOLO' participants are expected to join. Notable figures such as Young-sik from the 24th season, who gained attention as the 'Speechless Guy,' and the couple Young-ho and Ok-soon from the 28th season, who became a couple through the program, will gather to participate in the marathon.
The '2026 I Am Solo Run' is a unique marathon event that combines the world of 'I Am SOLO' with a participatory running event, merging running with entertainment content. The race will start at 7:30 AM on May 9 at Yeouido Culture Square and will follow a 10km course returning near Seogang Bridge. The event is open to 9,000 participants, with an entry fee of 70,000 KRW. It is hosted by SBS Plus, ENA, and Chonjang Entertainment, and organized by Run Korea.
Notably, MCs Song Hae-na and Lee Yi-kyung will personally join the 10km race with the participants. After the race, they will host a stage program, interacting with former 'I Am SOLO' participants.
General participants can choose race bibs with names of 'I Am SOLO' characters like Young-chul, Ok-soon, and Kwang-soo, creating a unique scene as participants with the same names run together in Yeouido. The event will feature various stage programs allowing participants to experience the 'I Am SOLO' universe firsthand.
A special stage program is also prepared after the run. MCs Song Hae-na and Lee Yi-kyung will host a talk show with former 'I Am SOLO' participants, sharing their running experiences and updates. There will also be a performance by the 'I Am SOLO' OST singer. The highlight of the program includes a 'Self-Introduction Time' and a final selection event, where general participants can introduce themselves on stage and look forward to new connections.
Additionally, various interactive programs will be available throughout the venue, such as 'I Am SOLO Name AI Matching,' 'Final Selection ZONE (Medal Matching Event),' 'Find Your Other Half! (Bib Number Matching Event),' and 'I Am SOLO Scroll Photo Zone.'
The organizers stated, "With the participation of 'I Am SOLO' MCs and former participants, attendees can experience the fun of the program firsthand. We aim to present a new form of festival combining running and content."
Meanwhile, Lee Yi-kyung was embroiled in a personal life rumor last October, leading to his departure from 'Hangout with Yoo' and the cancellation of his appearance on 'The Return of Superman.' He also did not join the new season of 'Brave Detectives,' which he previously hosted. However, he continues to host 'I Am SOLO' without any changes.
Reporter Kim Ji-won, Ten Asia bella@tenasia.co.kr