[In a flash] 'Today, Jjolgit-Ju-young gifted Yeom with a tense ninth inning.' So, what is Yeom's retribution?

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LG closer Son Ju-young took the mound on the 2nd at Gocheok Sky Dome to protect a one-run lead against the Kiwoom Heroes in the 2026 KBO League LG Twins game but walked two consecutive batters.

Once again, 'Jjolgit-Ju-young' gave Coach Yeom Kyung-yeop a heart-pounding ninth inning. He finished the scoreless inning without allowing any runs and secured the victory.

Although cheers erupted when he struck out the final batter, Kim Geon-hee, with a swinging strikeout, Son Ju-young calmly closed out the inning. 2026.07.02.

Rather than the thrill of overcoming danger, it was a moment of relief.

Son Ju-young calmly turns toward the catcher.

'My heart almost burst...'

Son Ju-young celebrates with his teammates.

He appears completely exhausted from focusing intensely to keep the ninth inning scoreless.

But there was a lingering gaze directed at him...

It was Coach Yeom Kyung-yeop standing at the very front of the coaching staff.

Son Ju-young avoids eye contact with Coach Yeom.

'You made the coach's heart race; I can't just let you go!'

'Your skill in stretching the earlobe by five centimeters is amazing!'

..........

Coach Yeom's face was tense with effort.

Although there was danger, Son Ju-young has ultimately overcome it.

This is a moment when you can understand the coach's feelings while watching this unfold.

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