[Photo] Korean tennis star Chung Hyeon receives tremendous welcome at Incheon Airport

Following his historical run to the semifinals of the Australian Open, Korean tennis star Chung Hyeon was greeted by throngs of adoring fans at Incheon Airport upon on his return home on Jan. 28. Chung’s performance moved him up to 29th in the world rankings as he became the first Korean to advance to the semifinals of a Grand Slam tournament. “It felt good to sneak into the semifinals,” said Chung. “But I couldn’t imagine that this many fans, reporters, and friends would be here at the airport. It seems like this was a pretty big deal.” (by Kim Kyung-ho, staff photographer)