IVE Makes Historic MLB Debut as New York Mets Win: Global 'Lucky Wonyoung'

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The group IVE (IVE, An Yujin, Gaeul, Lee, Jang Wonyoung, Liz, and Seo) made their first-ever appearance at a Major League Baseball (MLB) game, stepping onto the field as the New York Mets' "Victory Fairy."

On the 26th (local time), IVE participated in the matchup between the New York Mets and the Los Angeles Dodgers held at Citi Field in New York City. Notably, member Jang Wonyoung took to the pitcher's mound as the ceremonial first pitch thrower, capturing the attention of all spectators.

Dressed in a New York Mets uniform styled uniquely to her taste, Jang Wonyoung immediately drew attention from the moment she appeared. With her outstanding visuals, perfect physique, and serious demeanor during the ceremony, she delivered a stable pitch and showcased a flawless first-pitch pose, earning applause from fans who had come to the stadium.

Footage of Jang Wonyoung's ceremonial first pitch spread rapidly on local social media platforms. The hashtag 'WonyoungMLBFirstPitch' topped the U.S. global trending list on X (formerly Twitter), generating significant buzz.

After completing her ceremonial pitch, Jang Wonyoung and IVE continued to cheer enthusiastically for the New York Mets from the stands. Their bright, energetic presence—cheering in sync with the game's flow and connecting with fans—was captured on both the stadium's large video board and broadcast screens. With radiant smiles and witty reactions, IVE further heated up the atmosphere at the venue, earning strong support from local audiences.

Meanwhile, the New York Mets secured a victory against the Los Angeles Dodgers, making IVE the official "Victory Fairy." Global fans responded with praise, calling them "Victory Fairy" (승리 요정). Additionally, MLB's official social media channels shared not only footage of Jang Wonyoung's ceremonial first pitch and group photos of IVE but also images of the members warmly greeting former Major Leaguers Kim Byung-hyun and Dustin Nippert, as well as New York Mets star Francisco Lindor, conveying the vibrant atmosphere at the event.

Currently, IVE is successfully conducting their second world tour, "SHOW WHAT I AM." Having seamlessly integrated a ceremonial first pitch into their North American tour schedule, IVE has demonstrated their unique global influence beyond music onto the sports stage. They are set to continue their dynamic activities on the 29th in Austin.

Meanwhile, IVE will continue their "SHOW WHAT I AM" North American tour, meeting global fans with performances scheduled as follows: Austin on the 29th, Los Angeles on August 1st, Oakland on the 4th, Seattle on the 7th, and Vancouver on the 9th.

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