Following their electrifying performances at Coachella, ATEEZ was invited to throw the first pitch at a Dodgers game, marking yet another milestone in their meteoric rise to fame.
Yunho led the charge, supported by fellow members Yeosang, Wooyoung, and Jongho, showcasing their athleticism and global appeal.
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Despite the jubilant occasion, the official ATEEZ Instagram account found itself marred by a disturbing trend.
ATEEZ (Photo : Instagram)
What should have been a celebration of achievement quickly devolved into a platform for hateful rhetoric, as racist and homophobic comments inundated the post featuring the members' Dodgers experience.
In response to the wave of bigotry, fans of ATEEZ, affectionately known as ATINY, united in solidarity.
ATEEZ (Photo : Instagram)
Filling the comments section with messages of love and support, they vehemently opposed the hateful remarks directed towards the members.
HERE ARE SOME OF THE NETIZENS' COMMENTS:
I love all the men jealous of ateez in the comment section LMAOOO
I don't know this K-pop boy band, but the racism in the comment section shows the ignorance and insecurity of ppl hiding behind
The haters in the comments are real embarrassing, imagine being this upset by men enjoying themselves at an event
Baseball is one of the most famous sports in Korea, although most people don't know that Thank you for giving the opportunity to these lovely men, they really appreciate that and it's very meaningful since most of them are truly fans of the sport
Anyways ignoring the men in the comment section ATEEZ ATEEEEE
ATINY members and even non-fans alike expressed their outrage, refusing to let negativity overshadow the group's accomplishments.
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Despite the unwarranted negativity, the overwhelming support from fans serves as a beacon of hope.
