At the end of 2024, Sun Yingsha, a focal figure in the table tennis world, failed to appear at the championship matches in Germany and France. She also faced a fierce challenge from her teammate Chen Xingtong in the WTT annual finals, ending her run in the first round. This undoubtedly brought unprecedented pressure and challenges to the young national player.
Sun Yingsha, the little flower of the table tennis world, shone brightly in the World Cup with Wang Chuqin, showing great chemistry in mixed doubles and full fighting spirit in women's singles, with a promising return to the peak! With the lifting of the mixed team World Cup trophy, Sun Yingsha's world champion title quietly increased to the sixteenth. This trophy is not only a recognition of her efforts but also the best interpretation of her indomitable spirit.
In Chengdu, Sun Yingsha not only gained honor but also felt the warmth and support from the fans. During the "National Table Tennis Enters Campus" event, she had a radiant smile on her face, interacting affectionately with the children, sharing the joy and dreams brought by table tennis. During the event, a special figure caught her attention - her mentor Qiu Yike's daughter, Little Pea. Their interaction was warm and interesting.
When bidding farewell to Chengdu, Sun Yingsha wrote affectionately on social media: "Once again, I hold the mixed team championship on this hot land, which is the result of the team's joint efforts. The international schedule for 2024 has come to an end, thank you to everyone who accompanied me through this journey." Her words were filled with gratitude and reluctance, but also revealed expectations for the future: "Chengdu, see you next year!" For Sun Yingsha, this city not only carries memories of her mentor but has also become a lucky place where she realizes her dreams.
With the successful conclusion of the 2024 international schedule, Sun Yingsha also ushered in a new turning point. She decided to temporarily leave the embrace of the national team and join the upcoming 2024 season of the Chinese Super League, which will kick off on December 12th. She will go to Changsha, Hunan, to join forces with Shenzhen University Club to fight for the club's honor together. Although this decision was unexpected, it was also reasonable. After all, for an athlete, every training on the court is a valuable wealth.
Coach Ma Lin fully supported and understood Sun Yingsha's decision. He deeply understands that the Super League is not only a platform to showcase personal strength but also an excellent opportunity to adjust one's state and prepare for the new season. Ma Lin hopes that Sun Yingsha can regain her past form and confidence through this league experience and be well prepared for the upcoming 2025 WTT new season.
However, this also means that Sun Yingsha will not be able to return home for the New Year. For an athlete who is far away from home and trains abroad for a long time, this is undoubtedly an unspeakable regret. But Sun Yingsha turned this regret into motivation. She deeply understands that every parting is for a better reunion. In the days to come, she will use her more outstanding performance to repay the love and support of the fans.
On the stage of the Super League, Sun Yingsha also proved with her actions: no matter where she is, she will spare no effort and never give up.