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BTS Suga Ranks Top 5% in San Francisco 'Bay to Breakers' 12km Marathon
5 hours ago•Rich Park
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BTS member Suga completed San Francisco’s 12km "Bay to Breakers" race on the morning of May 17, 2026, before performing a full-length "ARIRANG" world tour concert at Stanford Stadium that same evening.
Key Facts
- Suga finished the race in 1:04:43, placing 1,022nd out of 20,530 participants.
- His performance ranked in the top 5% of all runners, with an average pace of 8:41 per mile.
- He managed his stamina through "Hayes Hill" before accelerating to a pace in the low 8:20 range during the second half.
- Spotted in a black top, shorts, and a camera-equipped baseball cap, Suga sparked speculation that the run was filmed for upcoming vlogs.
- During the Stanford Stadium concert, fans noted Suga appeared stiff toward the end of the show.
- Jimin revealed Suga limped before the encore due to severe calf swelling from the 6:00 AM race.
- V stated that Suga runs 10km daily as part of a consistent weight management routine.
Key Terms
- Bay to Breakers: A historic 12km footrace in San Francisco established in 1912, known for steep hills and costumed participants.
- Hayes Hill: A notoriously difficult incline on the Bay to Breakers route.
- BTS WORLD TOUR ARIRANG: The group’s 34-city global tour, including an intensive North American schedule.
Key Quote
"He woke up at 6 AM on the day of the show and went to the marathon. Before going on stage for the encore, his calves were so swollen that he was limping. We were very worried." — Jimin
Next
- BTS continues their North American leg with a four-day engagement at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
- Las Vegas performances are scheduled for May 23-24 and May 27-28.
