The Doha Star Challenge continues to unfold with upsets, as the top three seeded players have all been eliminated. The Chinese national table tennis second team has dealt a crushing blow to the Japanese mainstays. The women's singles quarter-finals have been completed in the Doha Star Challenge. All eight spots were taken by players from China, Japan, and South Korea, which aligns with the current power structure in women's world table tennis, where these three countries are particularly prominent. Despite only sending their second team, China has shown significant strength, with all five participants advancing to the quarter-finals, despite facing the main players from Japan and South Korea. In contrast, Japan, which sent many of its main players, including almost its entire main lineup, suffered heavy losses, with only two out of seven players making it to the quarter-finals, while another spot was claimed by South Korea's Shin Yu-bin. Japan sent its full main lineup to compete in this event. In the competition, the top three seeded players were all Japanese, namely the number one seed Hina Hayata, the number two seed Miyuu Kihara, and the number three seed Satsuki Todo. However, only Hina Hayata made it to the round of 16, while Miyuu Kihara and Satsuki Todo suffered defeats in the first round, with most of Japan's main players being eliminated by Chinese players. In addition to the three seeded players mentioned earlier, Japan's main player Miu Hirano was quickly defeated 0:3 by Shih Xunyao yesterday. Today, Hina Hayata lost 2:3 to China's young player Chen Yi. Yesterday, Kuai…

Recently, the vacancy of the position of the director of the Table Tennis and Badminton Center has sparked numerous speculations and discussions. Liu Guoliang from the Table Tennis Association and Zhang Jun from the Badminton Association were originally considered potential successors due to their profound influence and professional management capabilities in their respective fields. However, the reality is much more complicated. Liu Guoliang is indeed facing many challenges at present. Famous journalists such as Du Liyan and He Xiaolong have exposed many events related to the national table tennis team, putting Liu Guoliang at the forefront of public opinion. As the saying goes: "When water is full, it overflows; when the moon is full, it wanes." This is also true in the sports world, where excessive exposure and questioning can lead to unexpected troubles. In particular, the doubts raised by famous journalist He Xiaolong, against the backdrop of the General Administration's efforts to rectify the fan culture, the badminton players have responded positively by disbanding their fan groups, while the table tennis team seems to have only slogans and lacks concrete follow-up actions. In contrast, the lagging response of the table tennis team to new requirements stands out even more. Moreover, He Xiaolong further exposed many matters between Liu Guoliang and WTT, and these incidents continue to pile up, causing Liu Guoliang's reputation to be damaged to a certain extent. At such a sensitive time, his image issues are likely to become a key factor hindering him from taking on the role of the director of the Table Tennis and…

China's national table tennis team is currently participating in the Mascot Station Challenge, where fans are closely watching the performance of young athletes. Among them, a 21-year-old prodigy named Xiang Peng has caught everyone's attention. Despite his young age, Xiang Peng has become a key training target for the Chinese table tennis team, with high hopes placed upon him. Xiang Peng took part in the previous Doha Star Challenge. At the Doha Star Challenge, he won the men's doubles championship by defeating Tomokazu Harimoto with a score of 3:2. In fact, Xiang Peng not only defeated Harimoto in doubles but also previously in singles with a 3:2 victory. With victories in both singles and doubles against Harimoto, Xiang Peng has emerged as a nemesis to the Japanese team. Fans are delighted to see Xiang Peng win against Harimoto in both singles and doubles with a score of 3:2. His impressive performance in blocking Harimoto on both fronts has left a deep impression on fans, with some netizens stating that the nemesis of the Japanese team has been revealed, and it is Xiang Peng. There is hope that Xiang Peng can maintain this good form and defeat Harimoto again in future competitions. Xiang Peng and Harimoto are similar in age and are both excellent players in the world. However, at present, Harimoto may be in a leading position, as he has already made a name for himself. Xiang Peng still needs to continue working hard in this aspect. Of course, Xiang Peng will undoubtedly continue to strive. Everyone will continue to…

The Chinese table tennis team is currently participating in the Mascot Star Challenge. This time, everyone is paying close attention to Kuai Man, the talented young girl from the Chinese table tennis team. In the previous Doha Star Challenge, Kuai Man left a deep impression on everyone. She overcame all obstacles and won the women's singles championship, improving her world ranking. On her way forward, Kuai Man has repeatedly defeated the main players of the Japanese team, such as Da藤沙月, who lost to Kuai Man with a score of 2:3. Besides defeating Da藤沙月, Kuai Man also scored 3:0 and 4:0 against Japanese opponents in the semi-finals and finals. Now, Kuai Man has become the new nemesis of the Japanese team. 3-0! 4-0! The 20-year-old Kuai Man has become the new nemesis of the Japanese women's team, suppressing the 16-year-old Zhang Benmei. It is truly remarkable that the 20-year-old Kuai Man can score 3:0 and 4:0 against the Japanese team. It is normal to say that she is the nemesis of the Japanese women's team. More importantly, the 16-year-old Zhang Benmei was also suppressed by Kuai Man. Zhang Benmei and Kuai Man have faced each other three times in their careers, with Kuai Man achieving a perfect record of three victories. Facing Zhang Benmei, Kuai Man indeed has effective strategies. In the new Olympic cycle, the Chinese table tennis team has given Kuai Man many opportunities. Everyone hopes that Kuai Man can quickly grow up and become the new leader of the Chinese women's table tennis team. Of course, if Kuai…

As the Spring Festival approaches, two rising stars of the national table tennis team, Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha, are destined to spend this year's holiday on the court. While everyone is busy preparing for the festivities and looking forward to family reunions, the pair affectionately known as "Sha Tou" by fans are intensively preparing for the upcoming 2025 WTT Singapore Grand Slam event. In the latest winter training video released by Table Tennis World TTW, we see their sweat-drenched figures in action. With just 20 days left until the opening of the competition on January 30th, which will last until February 9th and span the entire Spring Festival holiday, this promises to be a unique new year for them. Speaking of Sun Yingsha, one cannot help but mention her astonishing talent. On the court, she moves like a nimble butterfly, gracefully darting between every point. Her composure and calmness seem as if she was born to grace the grand stage. During critical moments of the game, she always manages to display an extraordinary level of coolness, as if the pressure of the match is nothing more than a gentle breeze. However, behind this seemingly effortless performance lies countless hours of dedication that few know about. The late-night extra practice sessions, the repetitive drills that numb the body, and the times when sweat soaks through the training uniform—all these moments silently forge today's "Sha Sha." As she often says, "One minute on stage requires ten years of effort offstage," a simple yet profound truth about success. On the other side,…

Due to his frequent posts mocking Wang Chuqin, especially for allegedly blocking serves, well-known media personality He Xiaolong has faced a lot of attacks. Today, he once again posted on social media, accusing someone in the national table tennis team of blocking serves and pointing out that Liu Guoliang is the one behind the scenes providing support, working diligently to fatten up the WTT. He Xiaolong questioned on the social platform, "Why can't we talk about blocking serves? It's already so obvious that foreign players are openly ridiculing it, yet we still can't talk about it?" He criticized some retired players who openly stood up and declared with their chests puffed out, "Absolutely no blocking," and "I just feel ashamed for our ancestors." He Xiaolong gave an example, likening it to the situation before the crackdown on organized crime in a certain city where criminal gangs were rampant and domineering. If you dared to be angry but not speak out, it was understandable, but if you pointed at the criminal gangs and said, "The police haven't arrested them, which means they are good people, and I support them." He Xiaolong repeatedly claimed that there are people in the national table tennis team who block serves, and he previously targeted Wang Chuqin multiple times. This time, he did not name anyone specifically, but stated, "The 2024 WTT final became a great disgrace for Chinese table tennis. For Chinese table tennis, losing is not the most shameful thing; the most shameful thing is resorting to any means for victory. It's a prestigious…

The Chinese women's table tennis team has seen the rise of new stars, while the Japanese women's singles have suffered a setback in Doha. After the Olympic cycle, why is the table tennis ecosystem so different between the two countries? Table tennis is a source of pride for the Chinese people, but at this Doha Star Match, the Japanese women's singles were somewhat "heart-wrenching" to watch. All four main players were eliminated, resulting in a resounding defeat. On one side, people are still cheering for the comprehensive victory of the Chinese team, while on the other, players like Mima Ito, Miyuu Kihara, Miu Hirano, and Saki Shibata have already started packing their bags. In this seemingly ordinary match, there are actually hidden changes in the table tennis landscape after the Olympic cycle. The question arises: Why are new stars constantly emerging and showing great confidence on the Chinese women's team, while the Japanese women's singles seem to have collectively lost their spark? Speaking of this tournament, there are many aspects of the three matches that are worth considering. Let's start with Shi Xunyao's upset against veteran Zhu Yuling. This is not just a simple win or loss; it marks the completion of the generational transition within the Chinese team. As a former world champion, Zhu Yuling has enough experience and a mature mindset, right? However, facing Shi Xunyao, the 00s challenger, she seemed somewhat overwhelmed. In the first game, Zhu Yuling initially had some momentum and took the initiative, but unfortunately, she was disrupted by Shi Xunyao's "long push" at…

Recently, two Chinese sports legends, Deng Yaping and Sun Jihai, made humorous remarks about Chinese table tennis and the Chinese men's football team during an event, drawing attention and discussion from fans and media. Deng Yaping, known as the first "Great Demon King" of the Chinese table tennis team and the first Grand Slam winner, reached her career peak in the 1990s. Her success also propelled the rapid development of Chinese table tennis. Sun Jihai, a key player when the Chinese men's football team first qualified for the World Cup finals, had experience playing in the English Premier League, making him one of China's top overseas players. Deng Yaping represents table tennis, while Sun Jihai represents Chinese men's football. At the annual charity gala hosted by "China Philanthropist" magazine, Sun Jihai was named Person of the Year. This recognition is largely due to his efforts in youth training over recent years. Unlike typical youth training institutions, Sun Jihai offers free training. Football youth training is a costly endeavor that many families cannot afford. Sun Jihai's good deeds have been recognized, and his selection is well-deserved. Deng Yaping was invited to present the award to Sun Jihai. What should have been a normal award ceremony became noteworthy due to their banter. Deng Yaping said, "China has two balls that no one can win!" This statement clearly implies that the Chinese men's football team can't win against any opponent, while the Chinese table tennis team can defeat any opponent. In other words, it's easy for the Chinese table tennis team to win,…

Qiu Yike: From "Rebel" to "National Table Tennis Brand Ambassador," How Did He Make It This Far? When it comes to Qiu Yike, one cannot overlook his "rebel" label from his playing days. You may recall the player who was repeatedly suspended during his career due to his rebellious personality and conflicts with the team. At that time, although his talent shone brightly, more often than not, people first thought of him as "unmanageable," and many believed that the ceiling of his career was himself. However, it was perhaps this experience that allowed him to develop a unique understanding when he later became a coach. Because he knew what mindset young players faced under pressure, he understood how to balance high training standards with their psychological fluctuations. This is something that many "smooth sailing" type players might not truly appreciate. Qiu Yike's rebelliousness turned into an advantage on the coaching front. Who would have thought that the person once deemed "unmanageable" would now become a meticulous and patient "old father" to his disciples. This point should resonate most deeply with Sun Yingsha. The collaboration between Qiu Yike and Sun Yingsha did not start as smoothly as one might imagine. Sun Yingsha's competitive state fluctuated greatly at the time, frequently reaching finals but always falling short of the championship. During this period, Qiu Yike's coaching abilities were also questioned by outsiders. In particular, during a certain competition, Qiu Yike chose to take Kuai Man out to participate, which was seen as "free-range parenting" for Sun Yingsha, leading to her poor performance.…

In the world of national table tennis, the partnership between Sun Yingsha and Wang Chuqin has always been a topic of interest among fans. From the World Youth Championships to the Olympics, they have worked together to write countless glorious chapters. However, rumors about whether the two have gone beyond friendship have never stopped, becoming a hot topic for fans to discuss over tea and dinner. Recently, a series of actions by Wang Chuqin once again pushed this rumor to the forefront. First, Sun Yingsha used a limited-edition panda phone case from Universal Studios, which sparked speculation that it might be a couple's version given by Wang Chuqin. In response to this wave of rumors, Sun Yingsha quickly reacted by removing the phone case, seemingly trying to clarify everything in her own way. Following this, Wang Chuqin became the focus of attention at a social media annual awards ceremony, wearing attire worth more than 1.1 million yuan. However, unexpectedly, he cancelled a wide range of follows before leaving, reducing the number from over 180 to only 18, and almost all of them were male teammates and coaches from the national table tennis team. This move undoubtedly reignited the guessing fire among fans, with some believing that he was trying to dispel rumors of a relationship by unfollowing Sun Yingsha. However, the truth may not be so simple. A careful examination of the people Wang Chuqin unfollowed this time reveals that he not only unfollowed all his female national table tennis teammates but also previous followed actresses and some big-name table…