I remember the first time I saw a childhood photo of Yingsha; I almost jumped off the sofa.
The little girl with the sky-high ponytail stood in the middle of a group of children, exuding an incredible presence that made her instantly recognizable. To be honest, I personally believe that some people are born with leadership qualities that are evident from a young age.
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Honestly, Yingsha’s childhood photos are truly amazing. She always stood in the center of the crowd, that C position, as if it was tailor-made for her. Netizens jokingly say, “Sun’s cannon power is as strong as ever,” and I think that’s spot on.Just look at that little ponytail and her stance; she completely embodies the demeanor of a little leader.
The key point is that Yingsha was not short at all back then! Nowadays, people often talk about her height, but if you look at childhood group photos, she was clearly not short among her peers. This child has always had that kind of… how should I put it… innate confidence.
To put it simply, some people are just meant to stand in the spotlight.
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However, seeing these photos reminds me of Jiajia.
He Zhuojia, this name might be familiar to many fans. She is not only Yingsha’s training partner but also her best sister. I have personally seen the two of them chatting animatedly after training, in such a relaxed state, just like ordinary girlfriends.
Recently, at the Swedish Grand Slam, someone captured a moment of them leaving side by side. When Yingsha encountered fans, she playfully said, “Hello Hello,” looking particularly happy. Jiajia was right beside her, deeply engaged in conversation, to the point where coach Qiu Yike was urging from behind, “Hurry up, you’re going to be late!”
It really is a sweet trouble.
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Did you know that Jiajia’s kindness towards Yingsha is not just superficial politeness?
During the Grand Slam in the United States, at the group photo session, when Yingsha heard someone calling for help to hold the national flag, she immediately stepped forward without hesitation. This child, the national flag in front of her is always greater than her name behind; this kind of purity is truly rare.
But Jiajia immediately pulled her back and squatted down in front. She knew very well that if Yingsha squatted down, it might trigger some unnecessary public opinion, ultimately affecting Yingsha.This is what a good sister does—always considering for you in ways you might not think of.
Jiajia is two years older than Yingsha and has always taken care of her like an older sister. This has been the case since their time in the Hebei team and continues in the national team. When Yingsha is exhausted from three matches in a day, Jiajia is already waiting outside with dinner.
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To be honest, I have seen too many friendships among athletes, but there are really not many like theirs.
Friendship is not about quantity; two or three close friends are enough. Jiajia’s kindness towards Yingsha is something only a true older sister would do. Throughout Yingsha’s life, Jiajia has been there for all her joys and sorrows.
I remember once watching a match, the first person Yingsha hugged after winning was Jiajia. At that moment, I was truly moved. This kind of pure friendship is incredibly precious in the competitive sports world.
Fans say that when Jiajia is on the court, there is a light in Yingsha’s eyes. I think this statement is particularly accurate.Having someone silently guarding you brings a sense of security and relaxation that cannot be faked.
So, why do so many people like Yingsha? It’s not just because of her skills but also her character and sportsmanship. From her childhood confidence in standing in the C position to the innocence she still maintains, this child truly becomes more likable the more you see her.
And Jiajia is her eternal guardian by her side.
How wonderful.
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