On November 6 and 7, Lee Hong Gi participated in the second round of '2018 Korea Professional Bowlers' Preliminary Match' to qualify as a professional bowler.

In order to become a professional bowler, one has to pass the first round with the average of 190 points, the second round with the average of 200 points, then receive training.
Back in 2016, Lee Hong Gi competed in a tryout to become a professional bowler, but he was eliminated in the second round at that time as well.

They explained, "We have been giving an opportunity to participants who can play a vital role in promoting Korea's professional bowling. They only have to pass the first round to qualified as one."
However, it will depend on Lee Hong Gi himself whether if he will join professional bowling matches in the future.

(Lee Narin, Credit= Yonhap News Agency)
(SBS Star)