Cites playing in the 2007 Open Championship as his biggest thrill in golf. Lists K.J. Choi as his hero. Got his start in golf when he was introduced to the sport by his dad.

Served in the South Korean Air Force from December 2008 to January 2011.

Big fan of Real Madrid soccer team.

As a 17-year-old, won the Korean Amateur Championship and the Japan Amateur Championship.

Also lists 16 other amateur titles on his resume. Was three times named South Korea's top amateur golfer.