Gian 84 Marathon eyewitness accounts are controversial

As webtoon writer and broadcaster Kian84's eyewitness account of completing the marathon has become a hot topic, many people are continuing to debate.

On the 8th, Kian84 participated in the 'Cheongwon Life Rice Daecheong Lake Marathon' held in Cheongju, North Chungcheong Province, and completed the 42.195km full course in 4 hours, 47 minutes and 8.43 seconds. The marathon in question had to be completed within 5 hours to be recognized as a record, and Kian84 crossed the finish line with about 12 minutes and 51 seconds left.

Kian84 revealed that he applied for the marathon in August on the MBC entertainment program 'I Live Alone' on which he is appearing, and said, "I am 40 years old this year, and I don't think my physical strength will improve in the future, so I thought it would be nice to run while I was at least a year younger, so I am taking on the challenge." has expressed its determination.

While Kian84's completion of the marathon became a hot topic, Kian84's participation in the competition was revealed through online communities and attracted attention. Kian84, wearing black running clothes, is running with both knees taped.

One netizen said, "He left in such a cool way that when I saw him in person, it was exactly like the broadcast. It was just amazing. There were about 10 security staff members walking around," adding, "They didn't take pictures or sign autographs with any of the fans, but just whizzed around in a black festival car. “It was disappointing, but it was good because he was the person I really wanted to see,” he commented.

In relation to this, netizens pointed out the author for making an unreasonable request, saying, "You asked an exhausted person for an autograph after completing the full course." The writer responded, "After the break, while I was chatting with the staff in the car, I asked for an autograph. Kian84 remained silent, and the security staff said no."

In response to their debate, opinions continued to be 'Should Kian84 even give autographs to fans when he is in a physically difficult situation?' and 'Even though he is on a break, if he values even one fan, wouldn't he be able to just give autographs?' It continues.

Choi Ji-ye, Ten Asia Reporter wisdomart@tenasia.co.kr