Under the warm sunshine of Hainan, the winter training of the national table tennis team in 2025 is in full swing. On January 10th, frontline journalists brought exclusive reports, unveiling the mysterious veil of the national table tennis team's preparations. This is not only the first training session of the new year, but also an important step towards the Los Angeles Olympics, with a tense yet hopeful atmosphere on site.
The national table tennis team has adopted a "two-front battle" strategy, which makes people marvel at the painstaking efforts of the coaching staff. Some young players represented by Qian Tianyi are participating in the World Table Tennis Association's Star Challenge in Doha, and will then move on to the regular challenge in Oman. Meanwhile, the main force corps represented by Sun Yingsha, Wang Chuqin, and Wang Manyu are stationed in Hainan, accumulating strength for the upcoming Singapore Grand Slam event.
On the training ground, sweat shines under the sun. After a week of intensive training, the three main players have spoken up, revealing their confidence and expectations for the future in their words.
Wang Chuqin, affectionately known as "Big Head" by fans, appears particularly calm. Under the careful guidance of two famous coaches, Wang Hao and Xiao Zhan, he is moving towards higher goals. In training, his eyes are firm, and every action exudes focus and strength. This reminds people of his impressive performance last year, and now he seems ready to go further, ready for more.
And "Great Demon King" Sun Yingsha shows her usual calmness. She hopes to continuously improve herself through this winter training and prepare fully for the upcoming competitions. Watching her sweat on the training ground, it seems like seeing the invincible "Sha Sha" on the court again.
Most eye-catching is Wang Manyu's statement. The former world champion confidently stated that she is getting back on track and expects to make greater breakthroughs in the new season. Her eyes sparkle with determination, as if declaring to the world: I am ready!
Liu Guoliang's remarks have sparked heated discussions. The head of the national table tennis team emphasized the need to put pressure on top-ranked players while also providing equal opportunities for everyone. These words reflect both his pursuit of excellence and his fair concept of talent cultivation.
As the first training session towards the Los Angeles Olympics, this trip to Hainan is particularly important. Liu Guoliang has set specific requirements for players at different levels: young players should bravely aim for higher positions, the backbone should realize their self-worth, and the main players should continue to improve their level. This conveys the determination of the national table tennis team to pursue excellence.
The first year of the new Olympic cycle is particularly critical, with major events such as the World Table Tennis Championships and the World Cup in front of us, which are both challenges and opportunities for the national table tennis team. Liu Guoliang repeatedly emphasizes: "As long as you can achieve results, there will be opportunities to stand out." This sentence is like giving all players a shot of adrenaline.
Interestingly, this year's training schedule will once again have the national table tennis players spend the Spring Festival abroad. This news puts many fans in a dilemma: they hope to see the players passionately compete on the court, but also feel sorry that they cannot reunite with their families. This concern reflects the deep love of fans for the athletes.
As for when Ma Long, Fan Zhendong, and Chen Meng can return to the international arena, and how the controversial fine regulations will be adjusted, there are currently no clear answers. Although a special working group has been established, it seems we still need some patience.
Looking back at the past and looking forward to the future, every step of the national table tennis team has been solid and determined. From Wang Chuqin's steady progress to Sun Yingsha's continuous advancement, to Wang Manyu's readiness to launch, we see a team full of vitality and hope.
In this challenging new cycle, everyone is striving for their dreams. Whether it's accomplished veterans or promising newcomers, they are telling their love for table tennis with sweat and proving their worth with actions.
Liu Guoliang said well: "Everyone has a chance." This is not only an encouraging statement but also a passing of responsibility. On the road to Los Angeles, everyone shoulders responsibility and harbors hope.
The sunshine in Hainan remains warm, and the sweat on the training ground continues to shine. We look forward to these lovely athletes creating more excitement in the new season and harvesting their own glory on the path of pursuing dreams.
After all, in this new cycle filled with opportunities and challenges, every drop of sweat is for a better future, and every effort will bring about a stronger self. Let's look forward together to seeing these lovely athletes shine even brighter in the upcoming events!
Believing that under the leadership of Liu Guoliang and the joint efforts of all coaches and athletes, Chinese table tennis can continue to write new legends and create new glories in the new Olympic cycle!