Recently, Wang Nan's husband, Guo Bin, discussed the current main player of the national table tennis team, Sun Yingsha, in a live broadcast, sparking controversy among domestic fans! At that time, it was suspected that a fan in the live broadcast room suggested that Guo Bin had benefited from Sun Yingsha's fame, to which Guo Bin responded with disdain: "I'm not riding on her coattails, what does her popularity have to do with me?" Guo Bin's remarks caused intense discussion among domestic fans. Some even believed that Guo Bin used foul language, which was inappropriate for his status. However, there were also fans who pointed out that Wang Nan and her husband not only did not benefit from Sun Yingsha's fame but also contributed their own efforts to the development of the national table tennis team! After the Tokyo Olympics, Wang Nan and her husband publicly declared on social media that they would gift a set of properties to each gold and silver medalist of the national table tennis team, as well as the head coaches of the men's and women's teams. In total, Wang Nan and her husband gifted nine sets of properties. It is worth noting that to avoid unnecessary trouble, Guo Bin also stated on social media: "To avoid some people's unrealistic fantasies, the rewarded houses will not use products under his brand or those in collaboration with his brand." Fast forward to the 2024 Paris Olympics, where the men's and women's teams of the national table tennis team successfully won all gold medals in five events.…

The International Table Tennis Federation's investigation into WTT has yet to yield any results. However, most media outlets are not optimistic about this investigation. Although the investigation team does not include Liu Guoliang, the head of WTT, the composition of the investigation team appears to be a self-examination by WTT. This has led fans to believe that the possibility of rule changes allowing Fan Zhendong to return is slim. Liu Guoliang has already stated that Fan Zhendong, Ma Long, and Chen Meng can represent China with wild cards, leaving room for the national table tennis team's need for these players. Before the International Table Tennis Federation's investigation team could reach a conclusion, WTT and Liu Guoliang suffered another blow when two more top players officially announced their withdrawal from the world rankings, further weakening WTT's star lineup. The withdrawal of the female player in particular poses a significant blow to WTT's future development. Who are the players who have withdrawn from the world rankings? The first is Chuang Chih-yuan, a veteran from Chinese Taipei, born in 1981, who is now 43 years old. In light of increased injuries, Chuang made the decisive choice to withdraw from the WTT world rankings after WTT introduced fines for missing matches. Currently, Chuang's annual WTT winnings are not substantial, and WTT does not cover athletes' travel and accommodation costs. In such circumstances, if an athlete fails to reach the top four, they essentially lose money. Therefore, Chuang also chose to withdraw from the world rankings. The second player to withdraw from the world rankings…

In the vast stage of the table tennis world, every slight movement can trigger a chain reaction. Recently, the news that Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng have successively withdrawn from the international rankings has caused ripples like a stone thrown into a lake. In this turmoil, Liu Guoliang, the head of the national table tennis team, has inevitably become the focus of public opinion. Speculations about whether he will step down due to this incident have escalated on the Internet, sparking extensive discussions. Renowned media personality He Xiaolong has stepped forward at this moment to offer his unique perspective on this phenomenon. He Xiaolong shared his views on social media platforms, suggesting in a hypothetical tone that if Liu Guoliang were to really step down this time, I speculate that no one would post on Weibo as they did last time, saying, "Today we have no heart for battle, only because there is no you, Liu Guoliang." This statement is undoubtedly a review of past history and a prediction of the current situation. Looking back a few years ago, Liu Guoliang once left his position as the head coach of the national table tennis team to serve as the vice-chairman of the Chinese Table Tennis Association. This change quickly triggered a series of reactions within the national table tennis team, with main players such as Ma Long and Fan Zhendong, as well as coaches including Ma Lin and Qin Zhijian, expressing their dissatisfaction and reluctance over Liu Guoliang's departure on social media platforms. The storm known as the "June 23…

In the cold winter season, the flames of the Doha Star Challenge are about to ignite. For Qian Tianyi, who is at a critical juncture in her career, this match is not only the first battle of the new year but also an important opportunity to prove herself. When most of the national table tennis team's main players are busy with winter training in Hainan, this seemingly ordinary international event may become an important turning point for the new generation of national table tennis players. At the beginning of the 2025 season, the WTT Doha Star Challenge chose a special time node. The schedule from January 8th to 11th coincides with the key period of the Chinese national team's winter training in Hainan. This overlap in time forced the national table tennis team to make a balance in their selection of participants. The final list of participants shows that many main players, including Sun Yingsha, Wang Manyu, Wang Yidi, and Chen Xingtong, have chosen to continue their training on the field. Among the top ten ranked players in the world, except for China's main players, Ito Mima from Japan has also chosen to be absent. In the list of the top twenty in the world, famous players such as Polkarnova, Diaz, Tian Zhixi, and Yuan Jia-nan did not participate either. This situation seems to reduce the competitive quality of the game, but for the aspiring new generation of players, it creates a rare opportunity instead. Qian Tianyi's situation is particularly noteworthy. As the current world No. 11 player, she is…

Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng announced their withdrawal from the world rankings two weeks ago, and related topics are still fermenting! At first, many athletes did not speak out due to various reasons. Although several CCTV channels successively broadcast Fan Zhendong's highlights to support him, no one explicitly named Liu Guoliang, who was at the center of the storm. It wasn't until recently that Look News and sports industry bigwig Yang Yi directly pointed out the key issues, once again pushing Liu Guoliang into the limelight. The host of Look News pointed out incisively the objectivity of WTT's self-examination, the depth of the investigation, as well as financial report issues and shareholding issues. The host asked, "In 2022, relevant information showed that ITTF's shareholding in WTT dropped from 100% to 85%. Where did the remaining 15% go? Why hasn't the 2023 financial report been published yet?" The host gave a sharp suggestion to WTT, claiming that this organization should consider what it can do for the athletes, rather than sending blessings every day on time. As the deputy editor of "Sports Weekly," Yang Yi dares to speak up and is probably the boldest figure in the sports circle right now. Yang Yi stated that WTT currently has the following major problems: Firstly, it is very unreasonable to deduct points from the mother association ITTF if an athlete does not participate in WTT commercial events, affecting the athlete's world ranking. Secondly, fines are even more unreasonable, which will affect athletes from various countries participating in their own national competitions, after all,…

China's national table tennis team is a formidable force that has consistently impressed fans with its outstanding performances on the world stage. Looking ahead, the team's next goal is the Los Angeles Olympics, where it is expected that more opportunities will be given to young players. Fans are hopeful that these young athletes will continue to make history for China. Among the many promising young players, 19-year-old prodigy Lin Shidong stands out. Despite his youth, Lin has rapidly ascended the ranks since the conclusion of the Paris Olympics and is now ranked second in the world. There is a strong belief that Lin has a great chance to challenge for the Grand Slam title in the future, and supporters are rallying behind him. However, in the new Olympic cycle, Lin has suffered two unexpected defeats, both at the hands of Tomokazu Harimoto. In the men's singles final of the Asian Table Tennis Championships, Lin lost 1-3 to Harimoto, followed by another defeat in the semi-finals of the year-end finals, this time with a score of 3-4. These back-to-back losses have raised concerns about Lin's ability to overcome his nemesis and achieve the coveted Grand Slam. Some netizens have pointed out that if Lin cannot defeat Harimoto, it will be challenging for him to secure the Grand Slam title in the future. Given that both players are of similar age, it was expected that Lin would have the upper hand over Harimoto. However, the current situation suggests that Lin is indeed struggling against his opponent. Throughout their careers, Lin and Harimoto…

On January 7th, Beijing time, today is the second day of the Doha Star Challenge. Yesterday, Chinese table tennis players did not participate in the qualifying rounds, so all Chinese table tennis players who qualified will appear in today's matches. The following are the players participating in the qualifying rounds for the national team: Men's singles: Xu Yingbin, Huang Youzheng; Women's singles: Zong Geman; Women's doubles: He Zhuojia/Zong Geman; Mixed doubles: Huang Youzheng/Shi Xunyao. At 15:00 on January 7th, there will be Men's singles qualifying rounds 3-4, Women's singles qualifying rounds 1-2, and one round for both doubles and mixed doubles qualifying rounds. Therefore, friends who want to watch the matches can do so through online platforms, as they will not be broadcasted on CCTV5. The main event participants for the national team include: Men's singles - Xiang Peng, Zhou Qihao, Chen Yuanyu; Women's singles - Qian Tianyi, He Zhuojia, Chen Yu, Shi Xunyao, Kuai Man; Men's doubles - Xu Yingbin/Xiang Peng, Zhou Qihao/Huang Youzheng; Women's doubles - Kuai Man/Chen Yu; Mixed doubles - Xiang Peng/Kuai Man, Chen Yuanyu/Chen Yu. The main event will officially begin tomorrow. This time, Qian Tianyi and He Zhuojia lead the national team against foreign associations. National team rookie Kuai Man will participate in three events. Although the foreign associations are quite strong this time, and the main national team players are not participating, it is a challenge for the national team rookies and an important opportunity for growth. Come on, national team! Tonight, CCTV5 will broadcast everyone's favorite women's volleyball match, Beijing vs Liaoning.…

In the wake of Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng publicly announcing their withdrawal from international rankings, the Chinese Table Tennis Association, under intense pressure, released a statement expressing respect for the decision of these three Olympic champions - Fan Zhendong, Chen Meng, and Ma Long - to withdraw. At the time, many were puzzled as to why Ma Long chose to withdraw without issuing a public statement like Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng, instead opting to quietly sign a letter of withdrawal. The prevailing view at the time was that Ma Long, as the veteran captain of the national table tennis team, might have been concerned about the potential negative impact of a public statement on the team. After all, the announcements by Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng had sparked a surge of public opinion and significant external criticism. If Ma Long were to release a similar statement, it could exacerbate the situation and lead to even greater repercussions. However, according to recent investigations by resourceful netizens, the situation may not be so straightforward. It has recently come to light that Ma Long invested in a company called Beijing Track Catering Management Co., Ltd. as early as December 2016. He contributed 600,000 yuan, holding a 4.3% stake. Among the shareholders of this company is someone named Wang Jin, who shares the same name as Liu Guoliang's wife. This individual also holds a 4.3% stake, having contributed the same amount of 600,000 yuan. Looking at the equity structure, she owns shares in Qian Jian Education Technology, a company established by Liu…

Fan Zhendong, the 27-year-old table tennis superstar, recently made a shocking decision to withdraw from the world rankings. The reasons behind this decision are complex and varied, but the most direct trigger is undoubtedly the $5,000 fine imposed by WTT (World Table Tennis Professional League) for his absence from the competition. The fine quickly sparked widespread controversy within and outside the table tennis community. Fan Zhendong believes that such punishment is too harsh and unacceptable. Compared with other national table tennis players, his income level does not have an advantage, so his reaction to this fine is more intense. This incident not only exposes Fan Zhendong's personal embarrassing situation but also reflects the attitude and response of the entire national table tennis team towards the new rules. Fan Zhendong is currently in an awkward position where he is neither young nor old. With Ma Long and Xu Xin about to retire and the rise of younger players like Wang Chuqin, his status has become delicate. In terms of commercial value, the national table tennis team has not vigorously supported Fan Zhendong, which makes his reaction to the fine even more intense and highlights the issues of his status and treatment within the team. In addition to the fine incident, the new regulations of WTT restrict the freedom of players, which is also one of the important reasons why Fan Zhendong decided to withdraw from the world rankings. Similarly, Chen Meng also withdrew from the world rankings due to dissatisfaction with the new regulations, further highlighting the general dissatisfaction of the…

With the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) officially establishing a working group to investigate the existing regulations of the World Table Tennis (WTT), the turmoil caused by Fan Zhendong, Chen Meng, and Ma Long's withdrawal from the world rankings and WTT events has temporarily subsided. However, behind the incident, Liu Guoliang, who holds three positions, has become the true target of public scrutiny. WTT, as a wholly-owned subsidiary of the ITTF, is ostensibly used by the ITTF to host commercial events, with the hope that WTT will follow the model of the four Grand Slam tennis tournaments in the future. It should be noted that WTT organizes commercial matches unrelated to the Olympics, World Cup, and World Championships, which are the three major international events. However, what has deeply angered many table tennis players is the high correlation between WTT's rules and the eligibility of players to participate in world-class competitions. WTT stipulates that the top 100 ranked athletes in the world must participate in WTT events. If they fail to attend without justifiable reasons, they will not only be fined but also assigned zero points. These points directly determine a player's world ranking, and without sufficient points, it directly affects their opportunity to participate in major international events. This is the real reason why Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng have opposed WTT, and it is also why many foreign association players have strongly supported them. In this context, Liu Guoliang, not only the chairman of the Chinese Table Tennis Association (CTTA), the chairman of the WTT board of directors,…