Recently, a piece of news in the Japanese table tennis world has set off a storm in the sports circle! The Japan Table Tennis Association officially announced a change in leadership, and the new head coach of the women's team is actually a Chinese coach - Zhong Ze Rui! This news not only sparked heated discussions within Japan but also instantly made Chinese fans nervous. After all, table tennis has always been the "trump card" of the national team, and now this major move by the Japanese team is undoubtedly challenging the national team. Zhong Ze Rui, originally named Wang Rui, was once a table tennis player for the Hebei Provincial Team in China and was part of the same batch as Ma Lin. At the age of 24, he chose to retire and went to Japan for development, subsequently joining Japanese nationality and changing his name to Zhong Ze Rui. With his profound understanding of table tennis and outstanding coaching ability, he gradually rose to prominence in the Japanese table tennis world and cultivated excellent players such as Hirano Miu and Kihara Miyu. This appointment as the head coach of the Japanese women's team is seen as a key step for the Japan Table Tennis Association to lay the groundwork for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. At the press conference, Zhong Ze Rui declared boldly, "The only goal is gold!" These words are not said lightly. In recent years, the Japanese women's team has become increasingly strong on the international stage, repeatedly causing trouble for the national team at…

Recently, the Chinese table tennis team announced the Asian Cup entry list. As expected, the men's team core Fan Zhendong and women's singles top player Chen Meng were not selected. The omission of the two quickly triggered widespread attention from fans and media, with many fans worried that Fan Zhendong may find it difficult to participate in the upcoming Los Angeles Olympics. After in-depth analysis, this view is not groundless but based on the multiple challenges Fan Zhendong currently faces and the inevitable trend of new and old alternation in the table tennis world. The 27-year-old Fan Zhendong, as one of the top players in today's table tennis world, has unquestionable strength and is at his peak. Looking back at last year's Paris Olympics, Fan Zhendong, under the huge pressure of poor form and Wang Chuqin's early exit, won the men's singles gold medal with outstanding performance and tenacious mental quality, achieving the glorious feat of a grand slam. This feat demonstrated Little Fatty's superb level in technology and tactics and proved his ability to withstand pressure and perform steadily in critical moments. The 27-year-old Little Fatty is at the golden age of a table tennis player and theoretically has the full capability to compete for another Olympic cycle. However, reality has cast a shadow over Fan Zhendong's path to the Los Angeles Olympics. First, Fan Zhendong chose to withdraw from the world rankings, which undoubtedly had a significant impact on his international competitiveness. World ranking is an important indicator for measuring a player's strength and foreign competition opportunities. Withdrawing…

The Chinese national table tennis team's roster for the Asian Cup has been announced, drawing significant attention. Surprisingly, Chen Meng and Fan Zhendong, who previously withdrew from international rankings, are not on the list, while Sun Yingsha and Wang Chuqin have successfully made the cut. Additionally, there are two newcomers each on the men's and women's teams. A closer look at the situation after the list was released reveals that the truth is not straightforward. After Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng withdrew from international rankings, Liu Guoliang stated that as long as these veterans were willing, they could participate in world-class events with wildcards. However, this Asian Cup, the first major event since Liu Guoliang's statement, saw all three veterans on the organizing committee's invitation list but ultimately did not compete. Liu Guoliang had said that if they were willing to participate, they could hold a wildcard, but the reality is that they did not compete, which is puzzling. Looking at the rules of the Doha World Table Tennis Championships, there is no provision for wildcards, meaning that if Chen Meng and Fan Zhendong wanted to participate with a wildcard according to Liu Guoliang's statement, they would actually have no chance. This situation makes one wonder whether Liu Guoliang's statement at the time was just to appease fans and was not implemented in actual operations. Despite this, there are many highlights in this list. Sun Yingsha is participating in the Asian Cup for the first time, receiving much attention. She has participated in two Olympic Games but has never competed…

In recent public discourse, former Olympic champion Zhang Jike has undoubtedly been a prominent yet controversial figure. His various remarks during live broadcasts have stirred up waves like a boulder dropped into a calm lake, with the focus this time being on the departure of national team sparring partner Hao Shuai. Zhang Jike, who once wrote a glorious chapter in the world of Chinese table tennis, has achieved remarkable success. Looking back, his thrilling match against Wang Hao at the London Olympics ended with Zhang Jike defeating his opponent and securing the men's singles gold medal. At the Rio Olympics, he narrowly lost to Ma Long, missing out on defending his title, but his strength and fighting spirit still left a deep impression on people. However, his career was not without its challenges. After the Rio Olympics, Zhang Jike gradually withdrew from the court, and it was thought that he would lead a low-key and stable life. However, in early 2023, he found himself at the center of a storm of public opinion. It was rumored that Zhang Jike had indulged in gambling and accumulated a huge debt, and even more seriously, it was exposed that he used private photos of his ex-girlfriend Jing Tian to offset his gambling debts. This incident was like an earthquake, shattering his previously good public image and causing many cooperative brands to terminate their contracts with him, with related products being taken off the shelves. During that dark period, he went into seclusion. But Zhang Jike did not let the difficulties defeat him completely.…

In the whirlpool of the national table tennis storm, the ripples of public opinion continue to spread. Famous journalist He Xiaolong openly participated in a discussion among fans on social media about who caused more harm to their respective projects between Liu Guoliang and Li Tie. This discussion was like a huge stone thrown into a calm lake, causing waves upon waves. When He Xiaolong "opened fire" with Du Liyan, many media people also stood up to speak out, making the turmoil even more turbulent. Recently, He Xiaolong reposted six questions directed at the President of Henan Table Tennis Association, Mr. Wang. These six questions were like six sharp scalpels, precisely cutting into a series of mysteries, instantly triggering heated discussions among fans. "When something unusual happens, there must be a demon," this phenomenon often hides unknown truths behind it. Take the WTT competition as an example. Hubei Wuhan once tried to apply for the WTT competition to be held there, but the high copyright fee became an insurmountable barrier, causing the application to fail. In stark contrast, Henan hosted six WTT competitions, and what is even more intriguing is that three of them were not included in the WTT annual directory. It's as if in a game of rules, one side cleverly bypassed the conventional path to achieve seemingly impossible results. Therefore, media people couldn't help but ask: How much money did Henan Table Tennis Association spend on these six WTT competitions? The funds and corporate sponsorship fees obtained from those three imitation competitions exceeded 100 million yuan. How…

As a seasoned sports blogger, my favorite sport to watch is the national table tennis team, especially the Shatou combination. I also have a special fondness for Xiaopang (Fatso) and Longdui (Dragon Team). Let's take a look at the latest news from the national table tennis team today. Ma Long attended the Milan Fashion Week and even watched the show with Li Xian, sitting next to him without being overshadowed. In fact, he seemed to surpass Li Xian in presence. Dressed in a cold white skin tone and a blue jacket, Ma Long exuded a full sense of gentlemanliness. His image was reminiscent of a youthful college senior, making one wonder if he had gone to participate in a campus event. That day, besides Ma Long attending the fashion week, his wife also accompanied him, which was truly romantic. This couple is truly a sight to behold wherever they go, with Longdui maintaining his charm from years past and his wife remaining as beautiful and charming as ever. I'm completely sold on this couple, haha! After watching Longdui, let's take a look at the latest developments of former Hebei player Zhong Ze Rui. He has recently taken over the Japanese team and boldly declared that he aims to approach China's goal of winning gold medals, which seems quite arrogant. Recently, the Japan Table Tennis Association announced the new cycle of coaching staff, with An Kawaichi and Zhong Ze Rui appointed as head coaches of the men's and women's teams respectively. Zhong Ze Rui is not Japanese; his original name is…

Recently, the focus of China's sports world has once again turned to Liu Guoliang. This individual, once hailed as a hero in Chinese table tennis, is now criticized by well-known media personality He Xiaolong as being more destructive than controversial figures in the football world such as Li Tie and former chairmen of the Football Association. With the release of He Xiaolong's lengthy article, public opinion has been stirred up, causing people to ponder: what exactly is the "dark side" behind Liu Guoliang? Does he really possess such immense destructive power as He Xiaolong claims? I. Comparison of Power Scope: Liu Guoliang's "Dominant" Position The primary reason He Xiaolong presents is the difference in power. Although the successive chairmen of the Football Association have the responsibility of managing Chinese football, their power is relatively limited. Their main focus is on national team affairs, and their control over the national team is also relatively weak. In contrast, Liu Guoliang wields great power in the field of table tennis. Taking the selection of national team players as an example, when the Football Association selects national team players, the process is complex, with various opinions balancing each other. However, in the selection of the table tennis national team, Liu Guoliang has tremendous authority. In a critical event, there was hardly any dissenting voice from the outside; everything was executed according to his decision, making collective decision-making almost non-existent. II. Transparency Comparison: From the Table Tennis Super League to WTT Events Although the football circle has been widely criticized, there is still some guarantee…

In the dazzling landscape of global sports, table tennis competitions have always been a fiery battleground where passion and skill intertwine. Each time an event begins, it ignites a thrilling competitive storm that stirs the hearts of spectators. The 2025 WTT Doha Star Challenge has begun, instantly filling the venue with a fervent atmosphere, and the enthusiasm of the fans is also ignited. Firstly, focusing on the women's singles arena, it is like a gathering of top players, where elite table tennis players from various countries harbor dreams of winning championships and file onto the small court one after another. This time, the national team sent a luxurious lineup, firmly occupying 5 seats in the quarter-finals, fully demonstrating the profound foundation of a champion team. Who could have expected that the course of the game would be as unpredictable as the changing weather, with none of the top four seeded players making it into the semi-finals, stunning many fans with wide eyes. Even more surprisingly, all of the top eight seeds were eliminated, a plot twist more gripping than the most exciting suspense drama. Amidst this chaos, two dark horses emerged from the Japanese team: Miu Kihara and Miyuu Kihara. They were already good partners with excellent doubles coordination, having shone brightly on the doubles stage in the past. This time, they turned to the singles arena, where their strength was equally formidable. Especially Miyuu Kihara, as the only player to break through the encirclement among the top 16 seeds, her performance was particularly eye-catching. On the Chinese side, although…

For table tennis players, the established rule is to "judge status by Grand Slam achievements." If you want to have a higher ranking in the history of table tennis, Grand Slam achievements are the entry-level requirement (significant contributions to tactical innovation and the globalization of table tennis should also count). Currently, 11 Grand Slam players have been born. They are: Waldner, Deng Yaping, Liu Guoliang, Wang Nan, Kong Linghui, Zhang Yining, Zhang Jike, Li Xiaoxia, Ding Ning, Ma Long, Fan Zhendong. From the current situation, the closest active national table tennis players to the Grand Slam are: Chen Meng, who is missing a World Championship singles title; Sun Yingsha, who is missing an Olympic singles title; and Wang Manyu, who is missing an Olympic singles title and a World Cup singles title. So, as of now, what is Sun Yingsha's real-time record in the three major competitions? Let's take a look together. Olympic Games: 3 gold + 2 silver Two-time Olympic women's team gold medalist: 2021 Tokyo / 2024 Paris One-time Olympic mixed doubles gold medalist: 2024 Paris (with Wang Chuqin) Two-time Olympic women's singles silver medalist: 2021 Tokyo / 2024 Paris Sun Yingsha participated in the Olympics for the first time in her career at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, where she won both team and singles qualifications. In the singles competition, she lost to Chen Meng and won a silver medal; in the team competition, she teamed up with Chen Meng and Wang Manyu (replacing Liu Shiwen) to win the gold medal, which was Sun Yingsha's first Olympic gold…

Sun Yingsha's 46-year-old senior brother appointed as head coach of Japanese women's table tennis team, vows to win Olympic gold, claiming strength is close to Chinese team On January 19th, the Japan Table Tennis Association held a press conference in Tokyo, officially announcing the new head coaches for the men's and women's teams. The new male team coach is 37-year-old Kishikawa Kento, while the new female team coach is 46-year-old Nakazawa Toshio. It is worth noting that Nakazawa Toshio and Sun Yingsha are from the same school, both having played for the Hebei Provincial Table Tennis Team under the tutelage of famous table tennis coach Yang Guangdi. Nakazawa was teammates with Ma Lin, and Sun Yingsha is his junior sister from the same school. In other words, Sun Yingsha's senior brother has become the head coach of the Japanese women's table tennis team, which has sparked heated discussions among netizens! After becoming the head coach of the Japanese women's table tennis team, Nakazawa Toshio showed great ambition at the press conference, vowing to win the Olympic gold medal and frankly stating that their strength is close to that of the Chinese team. Nakazawa said in front of the media, "I am deeply honored to be entrusted with this important task, but I also feel a heavy responsibility. I want to build the Japanese women's table tennis team into an even stronger team. The strength of the women's group is closer to the Chinese team than ever before, and the goal for the women's event is only the gold medal. To…