[Saba Sports News] Recently, Shida Chiharu, bronze medalist in women’s badminton doubles at the 2024 Paris Olympics, posted a vlog documenting her private daily life on social media. Away from her intense, focused demeanor during competitions, unfiltered candid clips of her yawning, putting on glasses and winking playfully quickly went viral. Numerous fans left comments praising the natural, soothing vibe of the footage. Free of the tense atmosphere of competitive arenas, the entire video is filled with down-to-earth everyday moments: her sleepy look yawning right after waking up, enjoying a big rice bowl for lunch, casual outings for shopping, winking mischievously at the camera with her glasses on, and dozing off with a cute neck pillow during long trips. Every frame strips away her aura as an athlete, brimming with a laid-back vibe. On the badminton court during tournaments, Shida Chiharu always maintains a focused expression and gives her all, forming a stark contrast with her gentle, relaxed state shown in the vlog.
The editor believes that Chiharu Shida’s genuine and easygoing side off the court has touched countless viewers. Many netizens commented that it is rare to see athletes living their ordinary lives without pretense or disguise. Shida also revealed in the caption that she will share footage of her rigorous, jam-packed training routines in the future, allowing fans to witness both her laid-back downtime and her relentless pursuit of her Olympic dream.