BTS Gets Competitive With a Pickleball Tournament in New ‘Run BTS 2.0’ Episode

BTS is turning competitive with a pickleball tournament in the latest episode of "Run BTS 2.0." The group traded their usual high-energy performances for paddles as they participated in a series of games, ultimately leading to a pickleball tournament. The episode kicked off with preliminary games, after which the members transitioned to the paddle sport, a mix of tennis, badminton, and table tennis.

Some members, particularly V and j-hope, who previously played pickleball recreationally, had varying levels of comfort on the court. However, the team quickly embraced the competitive atmosphere as they practiced their serves and got accustomed to the game. Suga even received serving advice from the other members, courtesy of V, who stood on the opposite side of the court.

As the tournament commenced, Team Kim-Kim (comprised of RM and Jin) faced off against Team Kim Seokjin (comprised of Jimin and Jung Kook) in the first match. The rest of the members gathered on the sidelines, engaging in friendly banter, enthusiastic celebrations, and dramatic reactions to missed shots. Even the most basic plays became chances for the group to tease each other, with the sideline commentary proving almost as entertaining as the matches themselves.

Team Kim Seokjin emerged victorious, advancing to the finale. The remaining members then took turns competing against each other, with j-hope facing off against V and Suga in a solo match, which the rest deemed "impressive." Only one winner would emerge from the finale. Beyond the bragging rights, the members discussed playful punishments for the losers, adding an extra layer of excitement to the competition.

At the tournament's conclusion, the members regrouped to discuss their performances and celebrated the spirit of competition. The episode concluded with the prospect of transforming their games into a longer-running project. Tune in to catch the full episode below.