◆Nippon Life Interleague Series 2026 Rakuten Eagles vs. The Giants (11th, Rakuten Eagles Mobile Saikyo Park)

Jockey Miko Kobayashi (21), from the Miho Training Center and trained by Nobuhiro Suzuki, threw out the ceremonial first pitch at Rakuten Eagles Eagles The Giants game.

The race was held as the 'JRA Fukushima Racecourse & VIESTA Sendai Night Race.' number Wearing the '39' uniform, he threw the ceremonial first pitch for jockey Kobayashi for the first time.

The ball bounce once and landed in the mitt of Rakuten Eagles 's Horiuchi, who was acting as catcher. The stadium crowd gave her warm applause. Jockey Kobayashi commented, "Today, I painted my nails crimson red and gold to match the image of Rakuten Eagles! I am filled with gratitude for being given such a valuable experience. The view from mound was wonderful, and I was able to finish the day happily. I would be happy if today sparks even a little interest in horse racing and encourages people to visit the racecourse. I myself will continue to work hard from now on, so I hope all Rakuten Eagles players will also do their best!"