TV Show Digest
Team up 72 is an experimental South Korean variety show. The show started with three recurring hosts Lee Seung-gi, Lee Kyung-kyu, and Lee Seung-Yuop. The show also invites many other celebrities to play golf with the hosts. The show was made as an experiment for the first season. But the success of the first season turned the show into a continuing series with new seasons coming every year.
The Feel-Good Part
The show Team up 72 has many amazing as well as chaotic moments. The scenic backdrop of the show is wonderful. The members visit some exquisite golf swings including the one by the professional golfer Yoo Hyun-Ju. There were a lot of unexpected moments in the show that makes the show a fun and refreshing watch.
The Disappointing Factor
The only disappointing factor of the show is its length. Every episode is at least an hour long which may feel like a long commitment for general viewers. Golf is a difficult sport to shoot but an hour-long episode may bring down viewers’ interest in the show in a long run.
In-Depth Analysis
Team up 72 also known as Golf Battle: Birdie Buddies is a sports variety show which is focused on the sport of golf. The show’s main idea is that playing golf together as a pair is more fun than playing by yourself. The show has three main hosts. The first host is Lee Seung-gi a South Korean singer, entertainer, actor, and MC. The second host is a South Korean comedian, actor, film producer, MC, and screenwriter Lee Kyung-kyu. The third host is the retired South Korean baseball player, Lee Seung-yuop. It is also his first time working as a host on a TV show. These three make for an unlikely yet entertaining trio for a variety show. They invite a bunch of celebrity guests like Joo Sang Wook, Tak Jae Hoon, Park Sun Young, and many others. The hosts’ team up with the guests to compete with each other. At the end of every game, the winning team gets incredible rewards while the losing team members are given hilarious penalties. The show is a delightful watch for golf enthusiasts. Even for the viewers who are willing to start a new journey in the sport, there are many relatable moments. There are many guests including our host Lee Seung-yuop, who are beginners in the game which may help the viewers relate to them and feel motivated and encouraged.
Star Power
The hosts are the star power of the show. While Lee Seung-gi and Lee Kyung-kyu are already pretty famous in the entertainment industry, Lee Seung-yuop was once a baseball legend and has a separate fanbase. Along with them, the celebrity guests, all famous in the entertainment world for their different talents bring all kinds of different star powers.
Overall Opinion
Team up 72 or Golf Battle: Birdie Buddies is a refreshing sports show. It is fun and educating to the viewers who are new to the sport as well as the veterans of the sport. Usually, golf is played alone but whenever a team is supposed to play a game together, it brings a sense of unity. It is a great show for all kinds of golf enthusiasts.
