In the past two days, two major events have occurred in the national table tennis scene. The first is that Fan Zhendong announced his withdrawal from the world rankings; the second is that Chen Meng also announced her withdrawal from the world rankings. These two events immediately caused a sensation. On the one hand, it is because the fame and status of these two individuals are very unusual in today's international table tennis arena. Fan Zhendong, once ranked first in men's singles, won a gold medal at the recently concluded Paris Olympics. Chen Meng, once ranked first in women's singles, also won a gold medal at the recently concluded Paris Olympics. On the other hand, it is because such an event is extremely rare. Looking back at the history of national table tennis, there has never been a similar situation. In fact, the withdrawal of a star player is enough to shock, let alone the top players in men's and women's singles. Both Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng are still in their prime and possess extraordinary strength. Especially Fan Zhendong, who can be said to still be at the peak of his career. If Fan Zhendong can recover as before now, he absolutely has the ability to return to the top of the world. As for Chen Meng, even if she cannot return to the top of the world, she is still at the level of the top three in the world. Why did they make such an "extreme" decision? From their statements, it can be seen that the main…

On December 30th, Beijing time, although Sun Yingsha scored two points, the greatest contributor to Shenzhen University's entry into the finals was someone else. Kuai Man made the whole audience cheer, and Sha Sha couldn't even warm up in time, standing there specifically to applaud for her. Shenzhen University eventually eliminated Shanghai Longteng with a score of 3-1, advancing to the finals of the Ping Pong Super League. In the last match, let's see if they can meet Shandong Luneng at the peak. In this game, although Sun Yingsha scored two points as the team's No. 1 singles in the second and fourth matches, the biggest contributor to the victory was someone else. It can only be said that in this game, Kuai Man was really too critical and important. Without her, Shenzhen University would have been eliminated 99% of the time. Sha Sha indeed scored two points, but everyone knows that the most important thing for Shenzhen University to advance in this game is whether their teammates can contribute one point. No matter how strong Sha Sha is and scores two points, it's useless if her teammates don't get any points; this is a team event. As a result, Shenzhen University's women's doubles team had already lost 1:3, and in the third match, Kuai Man faced Chen Yi. If Kuai Man couldn't win, the last match would likely end in a crushing defeat. Because the last match was scheduled between Tan Yuexuan and He Zhuojia, and He Zhuojia's ability completely outclasses Tan Yuexuan, so this match was basically locked…

Recently, the news of the former director of the General Administration of Sport, Gou Zhongwen's formal arrest has once again pushed this controversial sports official to the forefront of public opinion. Looking back at Gou Zhongwen's various actions during his tenure at the General Administration of Sport, it is clear to see the profound impact his decisions have had on China's sports industry. Gou Zhongwen was born in June 1957 in Zhenyuan, Gansu. In 2016, he was transferred to serve as the director of the General Administration of Sport, marking the beginning of his most controversial career in China's sports world. Upon taking office, Gou Zhongwen demonstrated a strong desire for reform, but these reform measures ultimately caused many negative effects due to a lack of in-depth understanding and respect for the development laws of sports. The most representative event was the reform of the national table tennis head coach system. At the 2016 Rio Olympics, under the leadership of then-head coach Liu Guoliang, the Chinese table tennis team continued its past glorious record, sweeping all gold medals. However, against the backdrop of such a team achieving great success, Gou Zhongwen insisted on reforms, abolishing the effective head coach responsibility system. More confusingly, Liu Guoliang was removed from his position as head coach without warning, a decision that sparked significant controversy at the time. This sudden personnel change provoked a strong reaction from the national table tennis players. During the China Open held in Chengdu, including Ma Long, Fan Zhendong, Xu Xin, and other main players of the national table…

China's Table Tennis World Stunned by Fan Zhendong's Retirement; Wang Chuqin Faces Heightened Expectations The Chinese table tennis world has been shaken by the announcement that Grand Slam champion Fan Zhendong is retiring from international competition. This decision marks a significant moment in the history of the national team and adds uncertainty to its future. With Fan Zhendong stepping back from the international stage, the future of the Chinese national table tennis team seems uncertain. As a former leader of the national team, Fan Zhendong's career has been nothing short of brilliant. He has won countless honors for China in past competitions, making his current choice all the more regrettable. However, former national team player Cheng Jingqi has expressed a positive perspective, stating bluntly, "This is Wang Chuqin's time to take responsibility and become the new leader." Cheng Jingqi points out that Wang Chuqin has shown remarkable potential since his youth. His technical style is clean and decisive, with a youthful vigor evident in his matches. Now, his skills and mental fortitude are maturing. With Fan Zhendong's retirement from world rankings and Ma Long gradually reducing his participation in international competitions, Wang Chuqin is the only remaining member of the "Olympic Trio" still active on the international scene. For this young athlete, taking up the mantle of the national team means increased pressure and responsibility. Of course, Wang Chuqin's path ahead is not without challenges. In the increasingly competitive international table tennis arena, the Chinese national team faces unprecedented challenges. Teams like Sweden, Taiwan's Lin Yunsu and Gao Chengrui, as…

In 2024, the second stage of the Chinese Super League is about to begin. Many top players are preparing for the competition, eager to showcase their skills on the court. Among these highly anticipated athletes, Wang Chuqin stands out as one of the most prominent stars. The team he leads, Shandong Weiqiao, is highly regarded by fans, who hope to see them create new waves in the league and challenge for the championship. However, just before the start of the competition, Wang Chuqin encountered some unexpected minor incidents, adding twists to his journey. The day before he was scheduled to travel to Shanghai, Wang Chuqin faced an enthusiastic "surrounding" by fans at the airport. Despite being fully equipped with a hat, mask, and sunglasses, he could not escape the fans' keen eyes. The airport instantly turned into a scene of fan pursuit, with Wang Chuqin surrounded by fans asking for photos and autographs, causing a momentary loss of control. He appeared somewhat helpless and even jokingly shouted, "Everyone, please make way, this is too exaggerated!" Although the fans' enthusiasm caused him some headaches, it also reflected his high popularity, almost making the airport "boil." If the fan blockade at the airport was just a minor incident, then the next announcement of the top ten international athletes by Xinhua News Agency left Wang Chuqin slightly disappointed. In this highly anticipated list, only one Chinese athlete, Zheng Qinwen, was included, while Wang Chuqin was unexpectedly excluded. It should be noted that he is currently a hot figure in the table tennis world,…

The Chinese table tennis team achieved great success at the Paris Olympics, winning all five gold medals, which greatly excited the fans. Initially, it was expected that Olympic champions Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng would continue to represent China in the new Olympic cycle. However, both of them unexpectedly issued statements announcing their withdrawal from world ranking. When Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng made their statements, everyone was astonished. Especially Fan Zhendong mentioned that due to the ITTF's mandatory participation policy, failure to participate would result in fines. Therefore, Fan Zhendong had no choice but to withdraw from the world rankings. After this incident, there were many criticisms towards the ITTF. Surprisingly, the ITTF directly responded with a rebuttal. The ITTF released a statement expressing deep respect for the contributions of Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng, acknowledging that they have inspired countless fans and athletes worldwide. Regarding concerns raised about the WTT handbook, the ITTF clarified several points: The rules mentioned by Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng are not newly introduced. They stated that these regulations, including the automatic inclusion of top-ranked players in the entry list, have been in place since the establishment of WTT four years ago. The purpose of these rules is to ensure that top players participate in important WTT events, maintain fairness in competitions, and provide the highest quality events for players, fans, and all partners. It was unexpected that the ITTF would issue a statement to refute Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng. Netizens expressed that such direct confrontation left them speechless, and some even…

Recently, Chinese table tennis star and Olympic champion Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng announced their withdrawal from the world rankings, drawing widespread attention across the internet. The incident began when Fan Zhendong encountered unfair refereeing decisions in WTT events, leading him to question the fairness and professionalism of WTT. As a top player in the table tennis world, Fan Zhendong is known for his exquisite skills and tenacious competitive spirit, and this dispute undoubtedly had a significant impact on his career and mental state. Fan Zhendong published a lengthy article detailing his experiences in WTT events. He mentioned that he had been subjected to obvious unfair judgments in multiple competitions, which not only affected his performance but also dealt a severe blow to his self-confidence. Fan Zhendong stated that he had repeatedly appealed to WTT but received no reasonable explanations or responses. He questioned whether there were issues with WTT's refereeing system and called on the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) to investigate the matter. The People's Political Consultative Conference (PPCC) reported on the issue, featuring it prominently on the front page. The article pointed out that Fan Zhendong's experience was not an isolated case; in recent years, the fairness and professionalism of WTT events have been a subject of controversy. Many players have publicly expressed dissatisfaction with WTT's refereeing, but often chose silence due to various reasons. Fan Zhendong's courageous voice has undoubtedly injected a breath of fresh air into the entire table tennis community. The PPCC emphasized in its article that fairness and justice in sports competition are…

Today, Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng successively issued statements, announcing their withdrawal from the international rankings, which is equivalent to giving up the opportunity to participate in the WTT Grand Slam event. While firing at the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF), this move essentially amounts to their departure from the national team. Announcing their exits on the same day, both Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng had similar wording in their statements. Chen Meng quickly posted her own statement after liking Fan Zhendong's. If Fan Zhendong was leading the charge, then Chen Meng swiftly responded, forming an alliance to jointly resist the ITTF's unfair system. As a result, many people are curious about one topic: How close are these two individuals that they can act in such solidarity? In terms of age, Chen Meng is a few years older than Fan Zhendong, but in terms of their tenure with the national team, Chen Meng is roughly on par with Fan Zhendong. However, Chen Meng is a classic example of late blooming. Although she joined the national team at the age of 13, she did not win a major singles championship in her first ten years with the team, making it difficult for her to rank among the top three main players of the national table tennis team, effectively becoming a marginal figure. Even after the 2016 Rio Olympics when the national team underwent a generational change, Zhu Yuling, who was of the same era as Chen Meng, overshadowed her. It wasn't until later, after Zhu Yuling lost confidence due to defeats…

Sports are based on strength, but there are also some netizens who like to watch beautiful women and handsome men with high looks, after all, beauty is a feast for the eyes! This article will take stock of the top 10 beauties in the current world table tennis scene to see if there is anyone you have in mind? No. 10: Hina Hayata! After Ito Mima fell from the peak, Hina Hayata became the elder sister of the Japanese team and also the captain of the women's team. Hina Hayata is only 24 years old, but her ball skills have been growing, and she will be the strongest opponent of the national team from now to the next five years. Hina Hayata has a very good mentality, whether in a favorable situation or an adverse one, she can face it calmly. No. 9: Miyu Nagasaki! Miyu Nagasaki is even younger, now only 16 years old, she has already established herself as the second in command of the Japanese team. Although Miyu Nagasaki is young, she is tall and has strong defensive capabilities. In 2024, Miyu Nagasaki successively defeated four of the "Five Golden Flowers" of the national team, except for Chen Meng. In the next ten years, Miyu Nagasaki will be a formidable opponent for the national team. No. 8: Zhixi Tian! Zhixi Tian was originally a Chinese player, but because there are so many talented players in China, she found it difficult to stand out, so she chose to become a South Korean. Zhixi Tian has fair skin and…

On December 27th, it was an important day for the national table tennis team as two Olympic champions, Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng, successively released statements withdrawing from the world rankings. They have submitted applications to the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) and the Chinese Table Tennis Association, which means they will no longer participate in international competitions such as the Olympics, World Cup, World Championships, WTT, etc. However, they are still eligible to compete in domestic events like the China Table Tennis Super League and National Games. Notably, after Fan Zhendong's statement, many sports stars sent their blessings. Coach Wu Jingping's words were profound, "When you keep moving up and stand at the peak of ten thousand mountains, look back, and you'll find that those who dislike you are still where they were, now only able to look up to you. Leave time for yourself and leave the rest to time. Right or wrong, warmth and coldness of human relationships, time will eventually reward you." Coach Wu Jingping is already 70 years old this year, and his status in the field of Chinese table tennis is extremely high. He was once the coach of the national men's table tennis team and trained many world champions, including Qin Zhijian, Ma Lin, Wang Hao, Fan Zhendong, Xu Xin, etc., earning him the title of "gold medal coach" by foreign media. Badminton Olympic champion Zheng Siwei supported Fan Zhendong, saying, "Brother, be the person in your heart." Swimming Olympic champion Pan Zhanle also liked Fan Zhendong's post and expressed support and blessings.…