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On August 3, 2024, at the Paris Olympics, Japan’s badminton duo, dubbed “the most beautiful women’s pair,” Chiyoharu Shida and Nami Matsuyama, made an impressive run to the semi-finals, narrowly missing out on competing for the gold medal. Chiyoharu Shida, 27, captivated fans not just with her gameplay but also with her charming looks, sparking widespread attention online.
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Idol Fanatics on the Court
Interestingly, Shida is not just a sports icon; she’s also a fervent fan of the Japanese idol group Nogizaka46. She’s known to actively support the group, attending their concerts whenever her tournament schedule allows. This revelation has amused many, with comments flooding in suggesting she should have tried out for the idol group herself.
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A Star Among Fans
Shida’s popularity is not limited to the badminton community; she boasts nearly 470,000 followers on Instagram. Originally from Akita, she is often hailed as a quintessential “Akita beauty.” Her idol favorites include former Nogizaka46 members Nanase Nishino, Mizuki Yamashita, and Tamami Sakaguchi, as well as current member Sakurako Sugawara.
Despite the duo’s loss at the Olympics, Shida’s enthusiasm for her idols and her interaction with them, including mutual encouragement on televised shows, has endeared her even more to the public. Fans playfully insist she should debut as an idol herself, celebrating her dual passion for badminton and pop culture.
Crossover Fame
Her promotion of Nogizaka46 on platforms like Instagram and X has also drawn significant support from Japanese netizens, highlighting a charming blend of athleticism and fandom that resonates deeply with both badminton enthusiasts and idol fans alike.