"This Is Harder Than I Thought"...BTS' SUGA Takes on 12K San Francisco Race

BTS member SUGA has gained attention after sharing a new vlog documenting his participation in a road race in San Francisco. The post announcing the vlog's release has surpassed 1.7 million views on X, while the vlog itself has accumulated more than 760,000 views so far on YouTube.

The video shares how SUGA prepares for the event at his hotel before making his way to the race venue, where thousands of runners were already gathered at the starting line. The BTS member shared first-person views of the course alongside clips of the lively atmosphere as spectators cheered participants on.

A recurring note SUGA mentions is the unusual warm weather, while adding how throughout the race exhaustion seems to pile up. "This is harder than I thought," he mentions as he continues running, stopping at water stations and laughing about the challenging conditions while remaining determined to finish at the same time.

After completing the 12-kilometer course, SUGA crossed the finish line to cheers and celebratory confetti before cooling down in the recovery area. Although visibly exhausted, he reflected positively on the experience, expressing how he was happy that he took the chance to participate in this type of event. The vlog ends on a lighthearted note as the members head back to the hotel after completing the race.

The vlog offers fans a more personal look at SUGA's time in San Francisco, capturing both the excitement of the community event and his candid reactions throughout the run. It also offers fans a glimpse into how in this new era of BTS, the members are showcasing and trying new activities especially during such a busy touring schedule.