Source:REUTERS/Ann Wang
[Saba Sports News] Badminton players generally have well-proportioned physiques, especially Japanese star Shida Chiharu. She stands tall with long legs and a beautiful appearance, making her a stunning presence on the court. During live broadcasts, the cameraman often gives her extra close-up shots. Fans watching the broadcast noticed that Shida Chiharu’s legs often have bruises, raising questions. This issue actually has a scientific explanation. Under our skin, there are many thin and delicate capillaries that can bleed with even a slight external force. When these capillaries rupture, platelets and clotting factors cannot repair the damage immediately, allowing blood to seep under the skin, resulting in the bruises we see. Because men’s skin is generally thicker and tougher, they have better protection for their blood vessels, whereas women’s skin is typically more delicate, offering less protection for the underlying blood vessels. Additionally, studies have shown that female hormones can inhibit blood vessel repair, meaning that once women experience subcutaneous bleeding, more blood flows out, leading to larger bruises. Badminton is an intense sport, and players often make extreme defensive moves, inevitably causing their knees to hit the floor. Male players, with their thicker skin, may experience little impact, but female players like Shida Chiharu, with fair skin, may have more noticeable bruises on their knees.