After supporting Norway at the World Cup, former radio deejay Jillian Lim says becoming an overnight fan helps with social bonding and should not be frowned on.
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After supporting Norway at the World Cup, former radio deejay Jillian Lim says becoming an overnight fan helps with social bonding and should not be frowned on.
Contrary to what some gatekeepers of sports fandom may believe, newly minted fans are not jumping on board just for clout – they are doing society a favour. (Illustration: CNA/Clara Ho)
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