Who could have imagined that Kong Linghui, the former "Prince of Table Tennis," would end up shattering his once impeccable reputation, leaving people shaking their heads in regret... In his sporting career, Kong Linghui was like a brilliant star, shining brightly. He won the grand slam title with his extraordinary skills and tireless efforts, earning a total of 11 gold medals for the country. His glorious record made him stand shoulder to shoulder with Liu Guoliang, both hailed as the "Table Tennis Twin Stars." Not only was he deeply loved at home, but he also won great prestige and respect internationally. However, just seven years ago, a shocking revelation came to light - Kong Linghui was reported to have accumulated a huge debt. This news was like a bolt from the blue, hard to believe. Afterwards, he seemed to vanish overnight from the public eye, no longer heard from on the stage of sports. What trials and tribulations did this legendary figure, who once stood atop the table tennis world, experience back then? What kind of circumstances and changes did he encounter after retiring from the sport? All these questions naturally arouse curiosity, prompting us to explore the truth behind them. The Fallen "Prince of Table Tennis" Born in 1975 on the snowy lands of Heilongjiang, Kong Linghui is a legendary figure in the world of table tennis. His family environment, like an invisible force, profoundly influenced and guided him onto the challenging and glorious path of table tennis. His father, Kong Xiangzhi, as a seasoned table tennis coach, not…

Recently, the world of table tennis has been buzzing with a particularly interesting phenomenon. Two players, Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng, who have withdrawn from the world rankings, took center stage in the WTT's year-end review. This situation is quite intriguing. The WTT organization appears particularly conflicted in dealing with Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng. Despite their withdrawal from the world ranking system, WTT still placed them at the end of the year-end review, which is quite unconventional. Traditionally, it should be the world number one, Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha, who take the final spot. This arrangement reveals a subtle message. WTT's decision is not impulsive but well-thought-out. They must have realized the weight of the Olympic champion title in terms of commercial value. From a business perspective, this decision is indeed wise. The influence of an Olympic champion often lasts longer than that of the world number one, especially in terms of public recognition. Ordinary viewers may not remember who is number one in the world, but the title of Olympic champion leaves a lasting impression. WTT's recent series of moves seem urgent. They have released five pieces of good news in a row, aiming to bring Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng back, exposing their anxiety. Currently, the prize money for WTT's Grand Slam events has started to drop, with a decrease of twenty percent last year. Losing these two high-value players could worsen the situation. After withdrawing from the world rankings, Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng's commercial value has not only remained unaffected but also secured several…

For current well-known athletes, world ranking is the passport to world championships and also a guarantee of commercial value! Therefore, world ranking is very important for athletes. Once they lose their world ranking, their commercial value will normally shrink. However, for Olympic champion Fan Zhendong, withdrawing from the world ranking has instead increased his commercial value. This has also attracted heated discussions and attention from fans and media. We all know that recently, China's three major Olympic champions Fan Zhendong, Chen Meng, and Ma Long have successively withdrawn from the world ranking. The main reason is that they cannot accept the new rule of being fined if they do not participate in competitions. The actions of these three Olympic champions have also caused turmoil in the world table tennis arena. However, Fan Zhendong's behavior has been supported by fans. There are two main reasons for this. First, fans believe that athletes are too hardworking. We all know that table tennis events nowadays have dense schedules, leaving many professional athletes with little time to rest and adjust. Athletes are human beings, not machines. Moreover, even machines can break down one day. Second, the ratio of athletes' efforts to returns is not proportional. According to media reports, in current WTT events, athletes must reach the quarter-finals to ensure that they do not lose money by participating. Nowadays, competitions are global. Athletes need to travel around the world. Travel and accommodation expenses are considerable. Athletes also need to support their families. And according to WTT rules, if an athlete does not participate, they…

She was once a rising star in the national table tennis team, fighting side by side with Fan Zhendong, and even defeating the current national table tennis mainstay Sun Yingsha. She has a beautiful face, known as the "first beauty of the national table tennis team," and also has a glorious record, the future seems bright. However, just when people expected her to reach new heights, she chose to turn around and leave, bidding farewell to the national team and the professional arena. She is Wang Tianyi, a table tennis girl who chooses to pursue inner peace and freedom. Wang Tianyi's journey in table tennis began with accompanying her brother. When she was young, her brother practiced table tennis, and she always sat quietly on the sidelines watching. The small white ball jumping on the table seemed to stir the strings of her young heart. One accidental opportunity, the coach discovered her strong interest in table tennis and let her try a few shots. Unexpectedly, this trial opened up an indissoluble bond between her and table tennis. Wang Tianyi showed amazing talent, as if born for table tennis. At the suggestion of the coach, four-year-old Wang Tianyi officially started her table tennis training. From Jinan to Luneng, and then to the national team, Wang Tianyi's journey in table tennis has been firm and persistent. At the age of ten, she entered the Shandong Luneng Table Tennis Club with her excellent skills, which is a cradle that has cultivated many world champions. Here, she received more systematic and professional training, and…

Ai Fukuhara's story is like a movie without a script, from a little girl to a table tennis player and then a mother, her life trajectory always surprises people. Some say she is a genius girl, others say she is too impulsive, but who can truly understand one's choices. At that time, Ai Fukuhara didn't know what table tennis was, but her mother put the racket in her hand. Her small hands couldn't hold the racket, but she just liked the feeling of playing, and she could play for a whole day without getting tired. Everyone at home said she was born to play ball. After daily training, she would go home and pester her mother to practice with her. The aunt next door would say how persistent this child is, while other children were playing with toys, she was sweating on the table. At the age of four, she was spotted by the Japanese Table Tennis Association and became the youngest representative player in Miyagi Prefecture. The coach said he had never seen such a young child play so well. Her seriousness when playing made people forget that she was still a little girl who loved to cry. When she was six years old, her mother brought her to China for training. At that time, she couldn't speak Chinese, but the table is a universal language in the world. She started a new life in a foreign country like this. The training of Chinese coaches is particularly strict. Sometimes an action has to be practiced hundreds of times. The…

The decision of 27-year-old Fan Zhendong to withdraw from the world rankings is a seemingly simple action that hides complex factors behind it. Since the world ranking is closely linked to many current major competitions, this behavior essentially means that he has temporarily bid farewell to the international arena, which has aroused widespread attention. First, let's talk about his reasons for withdrawal, where financial pressure is an aspect that cannot be ignored. The new regulations of WTT stipulate that if an athlete misses a game, they will be fined 5,000,whichisnosmallexpenseforathletes.WecantakealookatWangChuqin′ssituation.Althoughhisbonusincomeisrelativelyhigh,aftergoingthroughlayersoftaxesanddeductionsaccordingtotherelevantregulationsofthenationaltabletennisteam,theactualamountofmoneyhereceivesisnotasmuchasonemightimagine.Insuchcircumstances,thelossofbonusesformissingasinglegamebecomesverysignificant.ForFanZhendong,whoisnotahigh−incometypeofplayer,the5,000, which is no small expense for athletes. We can take a look at Wang Chuqin's situation. Although his bonus income is relatively high, after going through layers of taxes and deductions according to the relevant regulations of the national table tennis team, the actual amount of money he receives is not as much as one might imagine. In such circumstances, the loss of bonuses for missing a single game becomes very significant. For Fan Zhendong, who is not a high-income type of player, the 5,000,whichisnosmallexpenseforathletes.WecantakealookatWangChuqin′ssituation.Althoughhisbonusincomeisrelativelyhigh,aftergoingthroughlayersoftaxesanddeductionsaccordingtotherelevantregulationsofthenationaltabletennisteam,theactualamountofmoneyhereceivesisnotasmuchasonemightimagine.Insuchcircumstances,thelossofbonusesformissingasinglegamebecomesverysignificant.ForFanZhendong,whoisnotahigh−incometypeofplayer,the5,000 fine is undoubtedly a heavy burden that he simply cannot afford. However, Fan Zhendong's withdrawal is by no means just about money. This is also his silent protest against the WTT system. In the growth and development process of athletes, a healthy body is like a sturdy tree with deep roots, supporting their efforts on the court. However, the existing tyrannical clauses and event arrangements of WTT are over-consuming the health of the athletes to a certain extent. The events are arranged too densely, leaving…

Chen Meng has disappeared from the WTT women's singles world ranking list, which reminds me of the time when she held the number one spot for many years. Back then, watching her play, I always saw her calm and composed demeanor. Now that she's suddenly off the list, it feels like something is missing. After Chen Meng's withdrawal from the WTT rankings, the entire women's table tennis landscape is quietly changing. Sun Yingsha occupies the top spot with a high score of 9900 points. This score might not have been considered particularly high in the past, but in the current period, it stands out as exceptionally brilliant. Wang Manyu and Wang Yidi are also showing increasing stability in their performances, ranking second and third with scores of 8700 and 5005 points respectively. Although the point difference looks quite significant, it's actually possible to catch up within just a few matches. Chen Xingtong now ranks fourth with 3725 points. Although there's still a noticeable gap between her and the top three, her recent state has been steadily improving, and it's possible that she could surprise everyone someday. Japan's Hina Hayata and Miyuu Higa rank fifth and sixth with scores of 3363 and 3305 points respectively, indicating that Japan's team strength is indeed not to be underestimated. Saya Todo ranks seventh with 2518 points. For a young player, this achievement is already quite commendable. Her playing style is quite distinctive, and she always manages to excel at critical moments. Yi-Jing Cheng and Yu-Bin Shin rank eighth and ninth with scores around 2300…

In the world of table tennis, Tomokazu Harimoto is a name known in both China and Japan, carrying the label of a "naturalized player." Throughout his career, he has been accompanied by applause and doubts, as well as praise and mockery. Now, at a crossroads in his professional journey, Harimoto has once again caused a stir in public opinion. This time, it is due to his choice of mixed doubles partner and the subtle game of chess between him and the Japan Table Tennis Association (JTTA). Surprisingly, Harimoto openly stated that he only wants to play mixed doubles with his sister. With such an attitude, where does this leave his long-time partner, Mima Ito? Publicly Setting Conditions for the JTTA Harimoto is a top player in the Japanese table tennis scene, being the absolute mainstay of the men's singles team, with a world ranking that once reached as high as third, setting a new record for Japanese male table tennis. He has consecutively won the runner-up title in the men's singles event at the WTT Fukuoka Finals for three years. However, behind these dazzling achievements, Harimoto has experienced unknown hardships. On the road to Olympic gold, formidable obstacles stand before him: Ma Long, Wang Chuqin, Fan Zhendong, and the rising star Lin Shidong from the powerful Chinese team. These challenges have made Harimoto's path to winning the singles title particularly difficult, with repeated defeats forcing him to reassess his career plan and ultimately shift his focus to the mixed doubles category. Mixed doubles, a relatively young format in the sport…

Latest Update on National Table Tennis: On January 4th, News of Olympic Champions Fan Zhendong, Ma Long, and Chen Meng's New Dynamics!‌ The beginning of 2024 brought a shocking message to the Chinese table tennis world: Olympic champions Ma Long, Fan Zhendong, and Chen Meng collectively announced their withdrawal from the world rankings. This decision not only marks an important turning point in the development of Chinese table tennis but also reflects the profound impact of policy adjustments by the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF)! The direct cause of this collective withdrawal from the world rankings is the ITTF's penalty policy. According to regulations, players who are absent from competitions for a long time will be given 0 points, which not only affects the player's world ranking but also has a significant negative impact on commercial events. Faced with such policy pressure, the three Olympic champions had to make this difficult decision. For the 36-year-old Ma Long, this seems like a natural transition in his career. At the Beijing Grand Slam event, he hinted that it might be his last official match. As a legendary figure in the table tennis world, Ma Long's transformation direction seems to have been clarified - the fashion circle will become the next stage for him to display his talents. For Fan Zhendong, who is at the peak of his career, this decision seems somewhat helpless. As the leader of the new generation of national table tennis, he was recently appointed as the MLB China Regional Champion Glory Ambassador, showing potential for cross-border development in…

On the morning of November 2, the semi-finals of the singles event in the regular challenge tournament being held in Oman concluded. The national table tennis players performed brilliantly, with both the men's and women's teams advancing to the finals. During the competition, Lin Shidong and Kuai Man defeated Japanese opponents, while Lin Gaoyuan had to withdraw due to injury, leaving a regret. Kuai Man's Power! A 3-0 Victory Over Oosawa In recent times, Oosawa has been the most outstanding Japanese player, defeating top names like Miyu Higa, Mima Ito, and Hina Hayata. Even non-first-tier Chinese players like Zhuo Jia He and Yi Yun Yang have fallen to her. After defeating Zhuo Jia He in Oman, one couldn't help but worry if Kuai Man could overcome Oosawa. To say that Kuai Man could defeat Oosawa, objectively speaking, before the match, I did not have the confidence to say so. However, the course of the game was surprising. Kuai Man played as if possessed, restricting Oosawa's performance and rendering her moves ineffective. As a result, Kuai Man won three consecutive sets, securing a decisive victory and advancing to the final. A 3-2 Win Over Japanese Opponent, Lin Shidong Competes for the Title with Wen Ruibo Similar to the women's singles semi-final, the men's singles semi-final also featured an internal battle within the national team, as well as a match against a Japanese opponent. Lin Shidong faced off against Yutaka Ueda, who had defeated Xiang Peng. After a fierce five-set battle, Lin Shidong emerged victorious with a 3-2 win, advancing to the…