Veteran KBO pitcher Jeon Won-ju, known for his impressive assets exceeding 4 billion won, addressed recent backlash over sharing a single iced Americano among three people at a cafe. The incident sparked online criticism labeling it as stingy behavior, especially given his financial status.
Strikeout Performance Highlights Game
Jeon Won-ju delivered a standout performance against the Doosan Bears, striking out three batters in a row. In a post-game interview on the 26th, the 40-year-old pitcher, a regular on his YouTube channel ‘Jeon Won-ju Ingong,’ opened up about the controversy.
“I plan to boldly share my honest opinions through content, even if it causes discomfort for some,” Jeon Won-ju stated. He clarified the Haedang coffee collaboration: “That content involved a past partnership with the Haedang coffee brand, where I took on a challenge. Since it posed no harm to the brand, we proceeded with the office staff.”
YouTube Content and Challenge Details
Jeon Won-ju explained further: “Despite the lowest expectations for Haedang in the rankings leading to predictions of few hits, I delivered a home run. However, in front of the team president, I couldn’t consume much coffee, so it ended up just between the president and me.”
He emphasized his commitment: “To create more genuine content appreciated by viewers, I’ve become a regular who worries deeply. Let’s do it one more time.”
Team Praise and Fan Reactions
Teammates lauded his skills during the largest disclosed YouTube video. One remarked, “Even if rich like you, only one drink satisfies—it’s fulfilling, though just one. Even safely, it’s the same impact on the body.”
Netizens reacted sharply to the cafe video, criticizing, “He ignored the ‘one person, one drink’ principle at the cafe,” and “This harms the company’s image.”
Jeon Won-ju debuted in 2011 with SK, securing sponsorship from SK Hynix after investing 20 million won. Over 13 years of dedicated play, his career assets have grown substantially to over 4 billion won.
