Naked Bike Ride Takes Place in Guadalajara as South Korea World Cup Team Takes Rest Day

The 15th World Naked Bike Ride (WNBR) took place on June 13 in Guadalajara, Mexico, where the South Korean national football team is based during the 2026 FIFA World Cup North and Central American tournament. The event, designed to promote respect for cyclists and encourage sustainable transportation, saw participants depart from José Clemente Orozco Square and traverse a 27-kilometre course through the city. While some riders wore trousers or underwear, the majority completed the route entirely naked, with some passing near the hotel where Korean media representatives were staying and waving at journalists.

The timed coincidence of the event drew attention due to its occurrence in the same city hosting the Korean national team. On the same day, South Korea's coach Hong Myung-bo granted the squad a complete rest day, with no training sessions scheduled. Players used the opportunity to refresh mentally and physically, including enjoying meals with family members who had travelled to Mexico with the team.

Following their rest day, the Korean national team resumed training in preparation for their crucial Group A second match against host nation Mexico. The match was scheduled for June 19 at 10:00 AM local time at Guadalajara Stadium in nearby Zapopan. This contest represented a key fixture in South Korea's campaign for the 2026 World Cup.