US Open: Kei Nishikori wins qualifying match as kimbap gains popularity

At the US Open in New York, former world No. 4 Kei Nishikori has successfully advanced past the first round of singles qualifying. In his final Grand Slam appearance before his announced retirement at the end of this season, Nishikori defeated Sebastian Ofner 6-1, 2-6, 6-2. Nishikori noted the ongoing struggle with injuries, remarking that he might continue playing if he could guarantee a year without injury.

Amidst the tournament atmosphere, Korean-style kimbap has become a notable culinary attraction in the fan zones. Entrepreneur Simon Kim and Chef Park Eun-jo collaborated to bring bulgogi kimbap to the event, drawing inspiration from traditional Korean family meals served during school sports days. The menu features bulgogi, carrots, pickled radish, kale, and burdock root.