Reason Huh Jae Got Angry at Chinese Reporter: "The Reporter Asked a Rude Question"

On the 10th, SBS Fil's "Dining Out Day 2" aired, featuring former basketball coach Heo Jae, who revealed the reason why he cursed at a Chinese reporter during the 2011 Asian Championship. Photo by SBS Fil "Dining Out Day 2" broadcast capture

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Min Jun-young] Former basketball coach Heo Jae revealed the reason why he cursed at a Chinese reporter during the 2011 Asian Championship.

On the 10th, SBS Fil variety show 'Dining Day 2' featured Heo Jae and Ji Sang-ryeol.

During the broadcast, Ji Sang-ryeol asked Heo Jae, "Do you remember the 'Bulnak Incident'? I'm curious if you have been in contact with that referee."

Heo Jae said, "When I was coaching, contact with referees was prohibited, so I couldn't get in touch. Rather, I met him after retirement."

Heo Jae revealed, "Referee Hong Ki-hwan is one year older than me. At that time, I thought he was a junior, so I spoke informally, but it turned out he was a senior. I met him after retirement and apologized."

Ji Sang-ryeol recalled Heo Jae's outburst at a Chinese reporter during the 2011 Asian Championship.

Heo Jae said, "When the Chinese national team was playing, a Chinese reporter rudely asked, 'Why didn't the Korean players stand facing the Chinese flag?' I cursed and stormed out."

Ji Sang-ryeol said, "You really looked cool. It felt so refreshing. I wanted to be like you."

Heo Jae said, "That was the first time I was praised for cursing. But I don't think there's anything good about being like that," causing laughter.

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