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In a recent discussion on ‘Moneball TV’ published on YouTube on the 10th, sports journalists unveiled why Karina of aespa fame was the one to throw the first pitch at a Lotte Giants baseball game.
The event that is making headlines took place on the 9th during the ‘2024 Shinhan SOL Bank KBO League’ at the Busan Sajik Baseball Stadium, where the third match between the Lotte Giants and SSG Landers was underway. Karina’s first pitch quickly became the talk of the town.
The burning question on everyone’s lips was why Karina, who hails from Suwon, was chosen to pitch for the Lotte Giants in Busan instead of the local KT Wiz.
Sports Kyunghyang journalist Kim Hajin disclosed, “The invitation backstory is quite interesting. Usually, celebrities don’t favor attending games in other regions as it takes a substantial part of the day and isn’t monetarily beneficial. However, Karina landed a beer advertisement deal with Lotte Liquor for ‘Crush,’ which included the condition of throwing the first pitch.”
Kim elaborated, saying “Given that Karina is known as ‘Suwon’s daughter,’ KT Wiz did reach out to her. Aware of this, SM Entertainment (Karina’s agency) promptly issued an apology to KT Wiz once the Lotte contract was sealed, citing contract obligations as the reason she couldn’t participate with KT Wiz.”
According to Kim, “The payment for the Crush ad was substantial enough to make the first pitch at the Lotte Giants game non-negotiable for Karina.”
When probed by Munhwa Ilbo journalist Jung Seyoung if the payment was in the range of tens of billions, Kim hinted that it was slightly lower.
At the game, Karina donned a pastel blue uniform and took to the mound, sharing her excitement, “I am honored to throw the first pitch for the very first time.”
She furthered her sentiments expressing support, “I will pitch this ball with full sincerity, cheering for the Lotte Giants. And, don’t forget to keep your love for aespa coming!”
The crowd responded with roaring applause as Karina delivered a remarkable pitch.
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FAQs About Karina’s First Pitch for Lotte Giants
Q: Why did Karina throw the first pitch for the Lotte Giants?
A: Karina threw the first pitch as part of her commercial contract agreement with Lotte Liquor for their ‘Crush’ beer advertisement.
Q: Isn’t Karina from Suwon? Why didn’t she pitch for KT Wiz?
A: Although Karina is from Suwon and KT Wiz expressed interest, her contractual obligations with Lotte due to the advertisement deal made her pitch for the Lotte Giants instead.
Q: Was the payment for the ‘Crush’ advertisement very high?
A: Yes, it was implied by journalist Kim Hajin that the remuneration for the advertisement was considerable enough to include the first pitch as part of the deal.
Q: How did Karina feel about her experience pitching at the game?
A: Karina felt honored to be pitching for the first time and aimed to do it with all her heart, also asking for continued support for her music group, aespa.
