International Table Tennis Federation Official Announcement! The World Cup list has been released: four main players from the national team are absent, and many famous players have opted out. With the changing landscape of international table tennis, the 2024 Chengdu Mixed Team World Cup has once again become a focal point for global table tennis enthusiasts. This event, which brings together elite players from various countries, not only showcases the passion and glory of the national sport but also serves as a competition between teamwork and individual skills. This year's tournament is particularly noteworthy due to changes in the participating teams. As a traditional powerhouse, the Chinese table tennis team has sent a squad primarily composed of young players, which is not only a testament to their trust in the younger generation's abilities but also a bold attempt towards the future. Meanwhile, the situations of other national and regional teams vary; some have chosen to go all out, while others appear more conservative. In this competition, familiar faces such as Ma Long and Fan Zhendong are missing from China's lineup, replaced by new talents like Wang Chuqin, Liang Jingkun, Lin Gaoyuan, along with women's group players Sun Yingsha, Wang Manyu, etc., forming a vibrant new roster. This arrangement reflects the national team's emphasis on cultivating successors and has brought much anticipation from the audience. Especially the two young players, Lin Shidong and Kuai Man, their selection into such a high-level competition is undoubtedly an affirmation of their strength. However, it is worth noting that among other participating countries or regions,…

On January 3rd, the national table tennis team began their winter training in Hainan, officially starting a 23-day winter training session that will last until the 25th. At that time, players who did not participate in the Singapore Grand Slam will be able to return home for the New Year as usual, while those selected for the Singapore Grand Slam will not be able to spend the holiday at home. Additionally, some players will be participating in the Doha Star Match on January 6th, followed by subsequent challenge matches, meaning they will have very few days of actual winter training. Xu Chenhao shared his experiences in Hainan, stating that it is indeed very comfortable there. He posted photos with his teammates, showcasing the environment and dining facilities in Hainan. Indeed, choosing Hainan for winter training is an excellent decision due to its suitable temperature, which is more conducive to training. Sun Yingsha was interviewed by "Table Tennis World" and expressed her regrets after the Paris Olympics, but also stated that it would not be her last Olympic Games. She has been with the national team for 10 years, from being a young player to where she is now, and every competition is worth looking back on as it represents the rewards of her efforts. During competitions, her parents may avoid calling her to prevent disturbing her. After the Olympics, including when she returned home, neither her parents nor friends would discuss the matches with her; instead, they would chat about happier topics, perhaps out of concern that discussing the matches…

Sports industry can be turned upside down by the whimsical decisions of a single individual. Take a look at the "amazing moves" of Gou Zhongwen, the former director of the General Administration of Sport, which are truly astonishing. From suppressing meritorious coaches to absurd policies, he has made a series of ridiculous decisions that have caused chaos in China's sports world, and ultimately stumbled himself. To begin with, one of Gou Zhongwen's first major actions was to drive away Cai Zhenhua, the "godfather" of the sports world. Cai Zhenhua is a legendary figure in Chinese table tennis, having produced countless world champions. However, upon taking office, Gou Zhongwen began various moves to sideline and suppress Cai Zhenhua, gradually stripping him of his power until he had no choice but to leave. This "rather destroy a forest than let another tree grow taller" approach fully exposes his ambition for absolute power. The "June 23 strike incident" in 2017 further escalated matters. Liu Guoliang, as the head coach of the national table tennis team, led the team to win numerous gold medals, with his achievements clearly visible. Yet Gou Zhongwen insisted on abolishing the position of head coach, making Liu Guoliang a vice-chairman ranked 22nd, effectively turning him into a mere decoration. This angered the athletes, with national players such as Ma Long and Xu Xin staging a collective strike in protest. Eventually, under public pressure, Gou Zhongwen had to back down, but his unreasonable and arbitrary style had already aroused widespread resentment across society. In the football circle, Gou Zhongwen's "amazing…

Heavyweight! Xinhua News Agency interprets Fan Zhendong's withdrawal from the World Ranking: Basically equivalent to retirement! The Internet is in an uproar The heat surrounding the withdrawal of three Olympic champions, Fan Zhendong, Chen Meng, and Ma Long, from the world rankings continues unabated! Recently, Xinhua News Agency interpreted the withdrawal of the three Olympic champions from the world rankings, stating that their decision is basically equivalent to retirement. This has sparked heated discussions and attention from fans and media. The main reason for the withdrawal of the three Olympic champions from the world rankings is the new rule that fines players for not participating in competitions, which is unacceptable. Ma Long, who is already 36 years old, is also at the end of his career! In this situation, Ma Long certainly cannot participate in all competitions like young players. Therefore, he was the first Olympic champion to decide to withdraw from the world rankings due to the WTT's new rules. However, Ma Long did not officially announce it through social media. Fan Zhendong was the first to make an official announcement. After winning the Paris Olympics, Fan Zhendong did not appear on the stage of world competitions. He only participated in the National Championships and the China Super League. Fan Zhendong's reason was that the mental exertion during the Paris Olympics cycle was too great and needed adjustment. Chen Meng announced after Fan Zhendong. After the Paris Olympics, Chen Meng only recently participated in the Lao Wa Cup. She is also not young! The reasons for withdrawing from the…

Recently, the days of Liu Guoliang, the chairman of the Chinese Table Tennis Association, have not been easy! There are two things that Liu Guoliang's handling has not been satisfactory. What are these two things? The first is the fan culture of Chinese table tennis. This situation can be considered very serious! Fan Zhendong was blocked at the elevator entrance by fans when he participated in the first stage of the Ping Super League. Fan Zhendong expressed his dissatisfaction on social media. As a result, he was insulted by some fans. Wang Chuqin went to the hospital for treatment, and the doctor revealed Wang Chuqin's personal information. When talking about the current national table tennis team, many people are sarcastic. However, as the chairman of the Chinese Table Tennis Association, Liu Guoliang did not introduce relevant policies to combat fan culture. The second thing is that recently Fan Zhendong and three Olympic champions Chen Meng and Ma Long withdrew from the world rankings. The real reason is clear to everyone. They are dissatisfied with the new rule of WTT that they will be fined if they do not participate in the competition. Liu Guoliang is the chairman of the Chinese Table Tennis Association, and also the chairman of WTT, and the first vice-chairman of the International Table Tennis Federation. The withdrawal of the three Olympic champions from the world rankings will definitely have a great impact on the Chinese table tennis team. However, on this matter, it seems that Liu Guoliang did not consider much for the athletes of the…

After the conclusion of the 2024 Ping Pong Super League, the Chinese National Table Tennis Team is set to embark on new challenges following a brief period of adjustment. It has been reported that the team's winter training this year will take place in Hainan, the hometown of "Little Stone," as the current weather conditions there are conducive to their preparations for the upcoming Doha Challenge and Singapore Grand Slam events. Departing for Hainan, however, the renowned senior player Chen Meng, who recently withdrew from the world rankings, will not be joining the team. Instead, Chen Meng has taken on a new role as she has been invited to become the celebrity ambassador for the Fujian Xiamen Marathon, promoting national fitness and marathon running. This appointment will see her head to Xiamen in advance to engage with fans online, sharing the allure of marathons and experiencing the excitement of another competitive track. Meanwhile, Wang Manyu, who contributed to her team's victory in the Ping Pong Super League, was well taken care of by the staff of the Shandong Luneng Club during her journey from Shanghai to Hainan. At the airport, the staff provided her with delicious food, turning Wang Manyu into a foodie as she enjoyed a satisfying meal with her teammates before happily setting off for the training camp in Hainan. As for Sun Yingsha, without the company of her coach Qiu Yike, she once again got lost at the airport. Fortunately, Lin Shidong, also known as "Little Stone," promptly noticed Sun Yingsha's predicament and called her back. Sun…

The 2024 season of the Chinese Super League has concluded. With the start of the new year and no upcoming matches for the main players of the national table tennis team, the team has arranged for a nearly month-long closed training camp in Wanning, Hainan. The national table tennis team has previously trained in Wanning. At this time of year, the high temperatures there are suitable for training. Some people have captured the whereabouts of the national table tennis players. From the videos they posted, it appears that not many players arrived in Hainan for training initially, with only Sun Yingsha, Wang Manyu, Liang Jingkun, Lin Shidong, and others visible. Lin Shidong is from Hainan. As a local player, he naturally returned to train when the national team came to Hainan. Before the national team arrived in Hainan, they still needed to wear down jackets. After arriving in Hainan, they dressed much more lightly. Upon landing in Hainan, the national team members took off their thick clothes. Sun Yingsha pushed two pieces of luggage, wearing a dark-colored hoodie. The English on the chest of her clothes is very eye-catching: "super sha," which means "Super Sha." It can be seen that Sha Sha likes this piece of clothing very much. It's unclear whether this is a custom-made item or a gift from a fan. Wang Manyu still wore quite a few clothes. It seems that Wang Manyu has been more afraid of the cold recently. When others dress lightly, she always wears many layers. And she remains as low-key as ever.…

Paris Glory, Peak Moments The 2024 Paris Olympics was destined to be the pinnacle of Fan Zhendong's career. At the men's singles final, the atmosphere was tense to the extreme. Fan Zhendong's eyes were like torches, pouring his years of hard work and dedication into every serve and swing. Facing strong opponents, he was unafraid and turned the tide with a 4-1 absolute advantage over Swedish player Moregard. When the last ball landed, the audience erupted in excitement. Fan Zhendong knelt down in excitement. At this moment, he achieved the grand slam dream. Years of hard work and persistence were beautifully rewarded. In the stands, his mentor Wang Hao also had tears in his eyes, rushing into the court at the first opportunity to tightly embrace Fan Zhendong. That deep kiss was the culmination of years of teacher-student affection and filled with pride for his disciple's achievements. Fan Zhendong then imitated Mbappe's celebration, fully displaying his youthful vitality and showing the world the personal side of the national table tennis players. In the men's team final, Fan Zhendong teamed up with his teammates again. They cooperated well, executed tactics perfectly, and made their way through the competition. In key matches, Fan Zhendong, as the core force, relied on his super psychological quality and exquisite ball skills to save the situation and stabilize the team's position. In the end, the Chinese team successfully reached the top, and Fan Zhendong stood on the podium with two heavy gold medals in hand, watching the Five-starred Red Flag rise slowly. He must have been…

Here's the translation of the article content into English: Listen to me! On January 1st, Beijing time, the 2024 season of the Chinese Ping Pong Super League reached an incredibly exciting finale. In the end, the women's team trophy was joyfully claimed by Shandong Luneng, marking a successful revenge against Shenzhen University, which made Shandong Luneng ecstatic! This season, I noticed that their lineup is incredibly strong! Wang Manyu, Chen Xintong, and Qian Tianyi are all in great form and can contribute significantly to the team's score. Looking at Shenzhen University, they mainly relied on Sun Yingsha to hold the fort, but her teammates also performed quite well. Unfortunately, they were unable to secure the win in the end, which is a bit of a pity. Wow, Shandong Weiqiao emerged victorious in the men's team event with a 3-0 victory over Huangshi Base. The key to this triumph lies in the first two sets, which were fiercely competitive matches that ended with close 3-2 victories. Lin Yunju and Liang Jinkun won 3-2 against Xiang Peng and Xue Fei, while Wang Chuqin also defeated Lin Shidong with a 3-2 score. After those two sets, the situation became clear, leaving little suspense. It would be extremely difficult for Huangshi Base to make a comeback at this point. In the third set, Xue Fei lost to Liang Jinkun. If they could have won one of the first two sets, there might have been a chance. In this arena of strong competition, every game and every point is crucial. Shandong Weiqiao handled it better,…

The Shanghai team has spoken up in support of Fan Zhendong, revealing the significant sacrifices and efforts made to ensure his gold medal victory at the Paris Olympics. Despite not having a coach or sparring partner during his Olympic campaign, Fan Zhendong was able to achieve his dream of winning gold and completing his Grand Slam with the help of the Shanghai team and mentor Wang Liqin. Currently, there is controversy surrounding Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng's decision to withdraw from international competitions, which led to fines and their eventual withdrawal from the events. The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) has initiated an investigation into the matter, hoping to find a resolution. The Shanghai team, Fan Zhendong's club, has come forward to voice their support, shedding light on the challenges Fan faced during the Paris Olympics. In a recent interview, Shanghai team's head coach Zhang Yang discussed his views on the situation. He mentioned that Fan Zhendong competed without a coach or sparring partner, highlighting the difficulties he encountered. In response, teammate Zhao Zihao self-funded his own training sessions with Fan Zhendong. However, due to not being part of the national table tennis plan, Zhao Zihao was often stopped at the entrance of competitions and had to purchase his own tickets to watch and support Fan Zhendong. Furthermore, the Shanghai team took on the responsibility of Fan Zhendong's logistical support, covering all expenses including on-site match tickets, accommodation, meals, and other costs. This level of care and dedication from Wang Liqin and the Shanghai team towards Fan Zhendong has been…