Short track speed skater Choi Min-jung officially announced her retirement from the Olympics at a press conference held on the 21st at Korea House in Milan, Italy. Choi Min-jung stated, "It is certain that this Olympics is my last," and added, "I will take time to carefully decide whether to retire from the national team and my athletic career in the future." She expressed gratitude to her fellow athletes and said that the eldest sister of the women's team, Lee So-yeon, was a great help. Choi Min-jung added that she found strength thinking, "Even So-yeon unnie, who is older, works so hard, so I must endure as well."

Kim Gil-li, who won two gold medals and one bronze medal in this competition, said, "Choi Min-jung unnie worked very hard as the captain," and "It was an honor to compete on such a big stage with her. It feels like an unforgettable memory." Lee So-yeon recalled, "Min-jung, whom I watched closely, was a more diligent athlete than anyone else," and "I was moved to tears when she showed tears after finishing the women's 1500m final." Lee So-yeon also said, "I cheered a lot because I saw how hard Min-jung worked up close," and expressed respect for her decision.

Shim Suk-hee offered warm words of encouragement to Choi Min-jung. The two athletes cooperated in the team event of this competition to win the gold medal in the women's 3000m relay. Shim Suk-hee said, "While preparing for the Olympics, there were individual events and you must have been very busy, but I am very thankful that you thought more about the relay than the individual events," and added, "The responsibility as a captain must have been very burdensome and difficult, but I want to say thank you for working so hard even on those parts."

No Do-hee said she learned about Choi Min-jung's retirement news through an interview article and revealed, "I felt a little upset when I heard the story." No Do-hee emphasized that Choi Min-jung is an athlete who does not show when she is struggling, and said that seeing her express emotions while crying made her guess how hard it must have been.

Choi Min-jung's retirement announcement caused a great shock in the short track community. She established herself as a leading figure in Korean women's short track by winning a gold medal at the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics. Choi Min-jung decided to conclude her career with the achievements of this competition and to open the way for younger athletes. Her retirement is evaluated as an important milestone in the history of Korean short track.

At the press conference, Choi Min-jung recalled precious memories with her fellow athletes and emphasized her efforts and dedication. She said, "Every moment spent as a member of the women's national team was a valuable experience." Choi Min-jung's retirement is not simply the end of her athletic career but will serve as an opportunity to open a new era for Korean short track.

Choi Min-jung did not specifically mention her future plans. She stated, "I will take my time to consider which path to choose after retirement." Her decision is expected to have a significant impact on the future of short track. Her retirement will also be a great stimulus to younger athletes and contribute to brightening the future of Korean short track.

After Choi Min-jung's retirement announcement, many fans and fellow athletes have sent messages of support and encouragement. Choi Min-jung remains an iconic figure in Korean short track, and her achievements will continue to be remembered. Her retirement marks a chapter in Korean sports history, and she will continue to inspire many people in the future.