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Baseball star Ohtani reveals identity of wife after intense speculation

Kenton Alexander by Kenton Alexander
March 15, 2024
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Japanese superstar Shohei Ohtani dons the cap and jersey of his new Major League Baseball club, the Los Angeles Dodgers. ©AFP

Seoul (AFP) – Shohei Ohtani’s new wife was identified Friday as a former basketball player named Mamiko Tanaka after the Japanese baseball superstar posted a first picture of them together.

The 29-year-old Los Angeles Dodgers phenomenon had until now kept his wife’s identity firmly under wraps, two weeks after his surprise marriage announcement. He had described her only as a Japanese woman he met three to four years ago and his refusal to give more details sparked intense speculation about who she was.

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Ohtani posted an Instagram story featuring a picture of the smiling pair flanked by four other people in front of a plane bound for South Korea, where the Dodgers open the MLB season next week. The Dodgers also posted a photo of the couple on X, formerly Twitter, with a caption describing the woman as “his wife”.

No name was given but fans online were quick to figure out that she was Tanaka, who used to play in the Women’s Japan Basketball League. Tanaka is 27 and retired last year, according to the website of her former team, Fujitsu Red Wave.

Hundreds of fans greeted the Dodgers when they arrived at Incheon airport, near Seoul, later Friday. Some screamed Ohtani’s name and held up shirts with his name on them as he strode through the arrivals hall in front of Tanaka. Tanaka, wearing black jogging gear and also flanked by heavy security, smiled as she walked past the fans.

Ohtani, nicknamed “Sho-Time”, has taken Major League Baseball by storm since arriving in 2018, his almost unheard of combination of elite pitching and hitting prowess earning him comparisons to the legendary Babe Ruth. He signed a $700-million deal in December with the Dodgers, the richest contract in the history of North American sport.

© 2024 AFP

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Kenton Alexander

Kenton Alexander

Kenton, a seasoned 60-year-old sport journalist with a lifelong passion for baseball. Hailing from the heartland of America, Kanton's love affair with the game began in his childhood, where he spent countless hours honing his skills on the diamond. As he grew older, David's fascination with sports only deepened, leading him to become an official for baseball matches, where he gained a unique perspective on the intricacies of the sport. Armed with a wealth of knowledge and experience, Kenton transitioned seamlessly into sports journalism, where he has become known for his insightful analysis and captivating storytelling. From the crack of the bat to the roar of the crowd, Kenton's journey from a baseball-loving kid to a respected journalist is a testament to his enduring passion for the game.

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