K-pop star Winter of the group aespa stole the show at a baseball game by throwing out the first pitch. She donned a Doosan Bears uniform and impressed fans with her cute appearance. Despite the Doosan Bears losing the game, Winter’s participation was a hit with fans, both online and at the stadium.
Winter’s Baseball Debut
Winter, a member of the popular K-pop girl group aespa, made a special appearance at Jamsil Baseball Stadium on July 25th. She threw out the ceremonial first pitch for the match between the Doosan Bears and the Kiwoom Heroes in the 2024 Shinhan SOL Bank KBO League. Dressed in a Doosan Bears uniform, Winter’s appearance was met with enthusiastic cheers from the crowd.
Online Reactions
The news of Winter’s appearance quickly spread across various online communities in Korea. On the popular baseball forum MLBPARK, many fans commented on how doll-like and beautiful she looked. However, some fans expressed disappointment as the Doosan Bears lost the game. They believed that Winter’s appearance could have been even more memorable if the team had won. Additionally, some netizens pointed out that Winter looked quite small compared to the tall baseball players. This was attributed to her slender figure and the oversized shirt she was wearing.
A Hit on Social Media
On the women-centric community theqoo, a video of Winter’s pitch went viral, generating a lot of excitement among users. With the increasing number of female baseball fans, Winter’s appearance became a hot topic of discussion. Many praised the efforts of both the baseball team and Winter in preparing for the event. The team had created a special video for the scoreboard and Winter had even worn a t-shirt featuring the Doosan Bears’ mascot, a bear. To show her dedication, she also wore a Bears bracelet. Some fans commented on how cute and slightly boyish she looked. In contrast to previous female celebrities who often wore skinny jeans and crop tops for first pitch events, Winter’s more casual outfit was praised for its comfort and appropriateness.
A Win for Everyone
Overall, Winter’s appearance at the baseball game brought joy to both her fans and baseball enthusiasts alike. The positive reception from the growing female baseball fanbase was particularly noteworthy. Winter’s successful first pitch showcased the growing crossover between K-pop and sports, and her casual and comfortable style set a new trend for future ceremonial first pitches.
Here’s a link to MLBPARK. Here’s a link to theqoo.
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She was critizised also for her visual and skin on the pitch in US . It’s no the same that when she is on stage with full makeup and outfit but i think she is more real here and pretty as well.