Recently, a series of eye-catching events have occurred in the national table tennis scene. The actions of renowned players such as Fan Zhendong, Ma Long, and Chen Meng withdrawing from the world rankings have caused significant ripples, intertwining with various issues and plunging the entire table tennis community into a complex whirlpool of public opinion.
As the head of the Chinese Table Tennis Association, Liu Guoliang's stance on this matter is clear. He expressed absolute support for the players' efforts to protect their own rights, reflecting his respect and protection for athletes' rights. However, the situation has not been simplified. Due to the connection between WTT's system and these players' actions, Liu Guoliang, also the head of WTT, faces significant challenges. After all, the athletes' actions are like a sword pointing at the WTT system, and he needs to balance various interests while considering how to optimize the system to ensure both the protection of athletes' rights and the good development of WTT.
The situation of the International Table Tennis Federation has also become complicated. Vice President Liu Guoliang of the International Table Tennis Federation has become the center of the storm. Many well-known journalists' requests for the International Table Tennis Federation to disclose financial reports are not groundless. The International Table Tennis Federation owns an 85% stake in WTT, but the low bonuses offered by WTT, high self-income, and annual losses are difficult to understand. This is like a huge puzzle, with Liu Guoliang at the center of it. In this context, the saying "To wear the crown, one must bear the weight" seems to be profoundly reflected in him.
Amidst the numerous arrows pointing at Liu Guoliang, the attitude of fans has also become an undeniable force. Many fans called for Liu Guoliang to resign from the Table Tennis Association, and He Xiaolong's revelation about Liu Guoliang's itinerary after the Paris Olympics sparked fans' imagination. However, Liu Guoliang subsequently appeared at the national table tennis winter training and officially announced his decision, which effectively responded to the calls for resignation.
The plan announced by Liu Guoliang during the winter training reflects his profound thinking and long-term planning for the development of the national table tennis team. Focusing on the Paris Olympic cycle, he proposes that every athlete will have opportunities, with the key being to seize them skillfully in competitions. This perspective encourages young players to actively participate in competitions while sounding a warning bell for veterans.
For the three generations of old, middle-aged, and young players in the national table tennis team, Liu Guoliang has precise requirements. Young players in the selection mechanism are like seedlings that need to grow rapidly and launch attacks towards higher positions; the backbone players are like trees bearing a great mission, needing to firmly grasp opportunities on the international stage to realize their self-worth; and the absolute main players are like towering trees in the national table tennis forest, who must continuously improve their level to defend China's achievements and glory throughout the year.
Liu Guoliang particularly mentioned the important time node of 2025, when there will be World Table Tennis Championships singles events and World Cup matches. For the national table tennis team, this is a great opportunity to showcase strength and accept challenges. He hopes that the national table tennis players can perform on the big stage, demonstrating the traditional advantages of the Chinese table tennis team and continuously showing strong strength.
From Liu Guoliang's appearance and announcement of plans, it can be seen that he currently has no intention of resigning from the Table Tennis Association. Moreover, he is likely to lead the national table tennis team through the Los Angeles Olympic cycle. This stability is crucial for the development of the national table tennis team. A stable leadership team is like a stable foundation, allowing players to train with peace of mind and coaches to make careful arrangements.
In such an environment, the national table tennis team can better formulate training plans, study tactics, and maintain competitiveness in international events. Just like a building, a stable foundation can support its continuous development towards greater heights. Coaches like Ma Lin may also see this point and hold an expectant attitude towards Liu Guoliang continuing to lead the Table Tennis Association. In summary, under Liu Guoliang's leadership, the national table tennis team still has a bright future.
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