Kim Yu-na`s fans fuming over upcoming ice show

South Korean figure skating sensation Kim Yu-na has been awkwardly caught in the middle of a row between zealous fans and the organizers of an upcoming ice show, according to Yonhap News.

Kim`s admirers, who often equate her to a "fairy" or "queen," insist that the other skaters headlining at the event do not match up to her caliber.

The 18-year-old has become an icon since winning her country`s first ever World Championship gold medal in March. Whatever she wears becomes a must-have for fashionistas, and whatever she advertises marks record sales growth.

Previous ice shows featuring Kim have drawn massive crowds here. One such event in April also featured Olympic gold medalist Shizuka Arakawa, former world champion Stephane Lambiel and current U.S. figure skating champion Jeremy Abbot.

Even stacked next to such stars, Kim was highlighted as the main attraction.

But the ice show at the center of the current uproar, which has played out in fiery postings on Internet message boards, has Kim sharing the spotlight with lesser-known talents. It is scheduled for Aug. 14-16 in Seoul.

Kim`s agency, IB Sports, has been bombarded by calls demanding it upgrade the other performers and change the photograph on its official Web site to make it clear that Kim will be the headliner.