Source: Panoramic /Baptiste Autissier
[Saba Sports News] Recently, an Estonian badminton referee named Iris Metspalu became an internet sensation on social media due to her striking resemblance to Daenerys Targaryen from the TV series “Game of Thrones.” In the photos that surfaced, the 47-year-old Iris has long silver hair, sweet features, and a tall stature, making her look very similar to the character. Whenever she sits in the referee’s chair, she becomes the center of attention for fans and media alike. Some fans even remarked that Iris resembles Elsa from the animated film “Frozen” from certain angles. As a world-class referee for the BWF, Iris has officiated numerous international competitions in recent years, including the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and the 2024 Paris Olympics, serving as the chief referee in key matches. In response, some fans joked that she has firmly secured her position on the “throne of power” in the badminton world.