Major League Baseball star, Shohei Ohtani, has cheered on rookie player. In an apparent act of camaraderie and encouragement, Ohtani expressed his support publicly for the rookie who is yet to make a major impact on the field. The exact timeline and venue of this motivational incident remain unspecified but are presumed to be recent and informal. This gesture is significant because Ohtani is an influential figure in baseball and his support could highly inspire the rookie.

In Japan, such gestures of encouragement and guidance from seasoned players to rookies are highly valued and expected. Japanese society places great emphasis on mentorship in various sectors, including sports, and such actions are seen as a way of fostering growth and unity within the team.

Similarly in the US and EU, encouragement and mentorship from veteran players to rookies are important. However, it may not be as culturally highlighted as it is in Japan. Instead, individual achievements tend to often be more celebrated.