South Korean sharpshooter Kim Ye-ji has become the unlikely breakout star of the Olympics
Kim Ye-ji, a South Korean shooter, went viral during the Paris Olympics, praised for her style, confidence, and nurturing demeanor.
Kim Ye-ji, a 31-year-old South Korean pistol shooter, has captured global attention during the Paris Olympics. She went viral on social media thanks to her futuristic steampunk glasses, sharp demeanor, and impressive shooting skills. Many fans compared her to iconic figures like James Bond and Satoru Gojo from the manga Jujutsu Kaisen.
Kim secured a silver medal in the 10-meter air pistol women’s event, and her confident style prompted reactions from notable figures like Elon Musk. While her Olympic fame took off, a past performance at the International Shooting Sport Federation World Cup in Azerbaijan initiated her viral status, where she broke the world record in the women’s 25m pistol.
In the latest Olympics, Kim sported a short ponytail and carried a small stuffed elephant belonging to her daughter. She expressed her nurturing side by supporting teammate Oh Ye-jin, 19, who won gold. Kim emphasized that their dual victory made her proud to be Korean, stressing the importance of their shared achievement.