One of the biggest names on the PGA Tour is set for one more identity. SungJae Im has now gained valuable knowledge about military training, along with some significant physical conditioning. Due to his golfing accolades, the usual training hardship was significantly reduced for Im. 

In South Korea, every able-bodied person is obligated to serve the national military for a period of 21 months. The entire procedure has to be completed before a person turns 35. However, all of these rules were exempt for Im.

That’s because he won the gold medal in golf at the 2023 Asian Games. SungJae Im had to undergo some basic military drills and participate in voluntary work for a few weeks. He managed to get through those three weeks of gruelling military training without any significant injuries. Announcing the same on his Instagram, the PGA Tour golfer posted a picture of himself in an army outfit.

“9th Marine Brigade 91st Marine Battalion after 3 weeks of training. Thanks to the fans who cared about me during the training camp, and many of you, I feel like I was able to finish the training without any injuries,” Im briefed on his post.

Im further pointed out how the time of his training will be significantly shorter. But he believes that despite the crunch of practice hours, his abilities would be restored in due time.

Thanking all his fans, Im wrote, “I hope you will support me a lot. Thanks again to my fans for supporting me to get here and I hope you all stay safe from this winter cold. And well done to all the officers and assistants.” 

Immediately, the post gained traction, and the game’s stalwarts reacted to the update.

Justin Thomas, Rickie Fowler, Lydia Ko, and others liked the post, extending their support. And fans, too, jumped in to hail the South Korean golfer. 

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Fans and the golfing community applaud SungJae Im’s brave national service call

The South Korean PGA Tour star has decided to volunteer for national service, leaving fans in awe. Furthermore, several golfers showered love and praised him for his brave decision.

His fellow countryman and golf gold medalist Han Jeong-eun commented, “Nice one 🔥🔥🤝.”

Echoing the same thoughts, golf analyst Ben Methvin added, “🫡🫡.”

Golf enthusiast and analyst Stephen Malbon appreciated how he had signed up for such a tough and challenging training regime and then had also decided to volunteer. His comment gave SungJae Im a well-deserved nickname.

“The Prince 🫡.”

One ardent fan, supporting his decision to step up for a service to his nation, wrote, “Must win~ Just like I cheered for Im Sung-jae yesterday, I will always cheer for you tomorrow and the day after tomorrow♡ Good work must win♡.”

Meanwhile, American professional golfer Will Wilcox has been astonished to see SungJae take on such a huge responsibility while handling his professional golfing side. “What a total BADA** 🫡.”

Another fan reflected on his achievements and wrote, “For everyone who might be freaking out thinking he is gone for 2years, he is not. He won gold medal at Asian games so he was exempt from full military service. Instead all he had to do is 3weeks of basic training.” 

While SungJae Im cherishes the backing of his fans and peers alike, we will wait here to see how his excellence unfolds.