Recently, the final of the Ping Super League has been a hot topic, and the incident involving Wang Manyu has left many scratching their heads. How did a small controversy on the court escalate into such a situation? What exactly is going on?
Let's start with the match itself. Wang Manyu raised a question about Tan Yuexuan's second jump, which is allowed by the rules, right? It wasn't intentional nitpicking, so why did it attract so much criticism? Even worse, after the game, three women chased her, hurling insults and even appearing ready to get physical! This is unacceptable. The club had to send bodyguards to escort her, a scene that sends chills down one's spine. This isn't just watching a game; this is causing trouble!
The internet has erupted in outrage against these so-called "fans." What kind of fans are they? We should consider that Wang Manyu is also an ordinary person. Even as an athlete, she shouldn't have to endure such inhumane treatment. Athletes are people too, with their own emotions and feelings. They need respect, not cyberbullying! Moreover, even if Wang Manyu made a mistake during the match, does it warrant personal attacks? That goes against the spirit of sportsmanship! Some say that Ma Long also "interrupted" his opponent's rhythm during the Rio Olympics final and even went out to change clothes mid-game, yet no one criticized him. The reason is simple: he followed the rules. So what's the deal with these people now? Do they not understand the rules or are they deliberately looking for trouble?
This incident makes us reflect on how far our "fan culture" has gone. Similar incidents are not unique to Wang Manyu. Remember when Chen Meng won the Olympic gold but was mocked at the scene, with rumors flying online? Fan Zhendong has been repeatedly blocked in hotels by "fans," affecting his performance. Are these people really fans? They're more like a group of "cyber thugs!" What do they want? Do they genuinely like these athletes, or are they just trying to satisfy their own twisted sense of superiority?
Table tennis is our national sport, and these athletes who bring glory to our country should be respected and supported. However, they are now subjected to cyberbullying, leaving us true fans feeling helpless. We need to seriously reflect on this "fan culture." What benefits does it bring to the sports industry and the athletes themselves? Shouldn't we rectify it?
This is not an exaggeration. This is not just about a few athletes; it concerns the healthy development of the entire sports environment. We hope to see fair competition and a healthy sports spirit, not these messy and disheartening events! We sincerely hope that all friends who love table tennis can rationally follow stars, be true fans, and not hide behind the internet to attack or harm others. Let's work together to protect the honor of our national sport and the rights of athletes, making our sports career even more vibrant and brilliant! Don't forget, we are all people who love table tennis!
