K-pop stars will participate as ceremonial first pitch throwers for Korea's 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC) group stage matches. ATEEZ's Woo Young has been selected as the ceremonial pitcher for Korea's final group stage game, joining Red Velvet's Wendy and NCT's Johnny. Wendy will throw the first pitch for Korea's opening game on the tournament's opening day of March 5th. Wendy expressed her honor, stating "I am truly honored to throw the ceremonial pitch on such a world-class stage" and expressed her desire to "deliver positive energy to Korean players through this pitch." Woo Young shared his feelings, saying "I feel both excited and nervous to throw the pitch in front of national team players" and "I want to contribute to decorating the final group stage game with victory." This represents a meaningful event where K-pop stars support the national team and elevate Korea's status on the international sports stage.