ATEEZ’s Jongho is living every sports fan’s dream—stepping onto the field as the ceremonial first pitcher for his favorite team, the Doosan Bears.
On August 27th KST, Jongho appeared at Jamsil Baseball Stadium ahead of the regular season game between the Doosan Bears and the Samsung Lions, throwing the opening pitch in support of the Bears’ victory.
A longtime and passionate supporter of the Doosan Bears, Jongho previously made headlines in April after attending a game and posting a photo and supportive message on social media. He has also shared stories on fan platforms about watching games every weekend as a child while wearing a Doosan jersey—showing his unwavering fandom over the years.
Ahead of the event, Jongho expressed his excitement through his agency, KQ Entertainment, stating:
“As a devoted fan of the Doosan Bears, I’ve always dreamed of throwing the first pitch, and I’m thrilled that it’s finally coming true. I hope the team shows their trademark spirit and brings home a win.”
Fans are eager to see what energy Jongho will bring to the mound, with many celebrating his moment as a true “successful fan.” The ceremonial pitch not only fulfills a childhood dream but also highlights the warm intersection of K-pop and sports fandom.
Meanwhile, ATEEZ recently wrapped up their 2025 North American tour ‘IN YOUR FANTASY’ with a final show in Mexico City on August 23rd (local time). The group is now preparing to release their 2nd full-length Japanese album ‘Ashes to Light’ on September 17th, continuing their global momentum in the Japanese market.
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