On December 27th, Beijing time, Fan Zhendong announced on social media that he would withdraw from the world rankings. He also informed the public that he did not know when he would retire and revealed the injuries and various pressures he experienced during the Paris Olympic cycle. Constrained by the new WTT regulations requiring fines for non-participation, he made the decision to withdraw from the competition, followed shortly after by Chen Meng who also released related content. The withdrawal of Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng is indeed for a reason, and the national table tennis team has turned misfortune into good fortune, receiving two pieces of good news, which Liu Guoliang has been waiting for. Analyzing Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng's withdrawal from the event. First, according to this week's world ranking released by the International Table Tennis Federation, Fan Zhendong is currently ranked sixth in the world with eight valid points, five of which are assigned zero points. The world ranking is completely linked to commercial matches. The 2025 schedule is also very dense, and even an ironman would find it difficult to hold on, let alone Fan Zhendong, who was heavily consumed at the Paris Olympics. With the decision to deduct money for non-participation in the 2025 schedule, Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng were unable to bear the burden and were in a semi-retirement state, announcing their withdrawal. The WTT ranking was also a helpless move. For Fan Zhendong himself, he had previously mentioned retirement, and Wang Hao had given him a long vacation to adjust himself. During…

On December 27th, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued with the Hawks hosting the Bulls. In this game, the Bulls came out strong and took control of the game with a hot streak, scoring both inside and outside to build a 21-point lead at one point, still leading by 17 points after three quarters. However, in the final quarter, the Hawks launched an impressive 20-0 run to completely turn the tide, leaving the Bulls stunned. Ultimately, the Hawks achieved a stunning comeback, defeating the Bulls 141-133. This game was quite insane, with both teams having weak defenses and relying on their offensive prowess. The Bulls started with a hotter hand, consistently hitting from beyond the arc to take the initiative on the court. In the second half, both teams maintained their offensive momentum, with LaVine scoring 22 points in a single quarter, including six three-pointers, helping his team extend the lead. However, in the fourth quarter, the Hawks suddenly erupted, scoring 50 points in a single quarter with a 50-25 run, completing a 21-point comeback and sending the crowd into a frenzy. Throughout the entire fourth quarter, the Hawks scored an incredible 50 points, with both inside and outside shooting, and constantly going to the free-throw line. The Bulls also managed to score 25 points in the quarter, but they were unable to match the Hawks' intensity, ultimately suffering a 21-point reversal and losing a victory that was within their grasp. The Hawks played incredibly in this game, and it was unexpected that they could pull off such a…

The current head coach of the Chinese men's football team, Ivan Kozlovic, is highly regarded by fans and the media. The main reasons for this are threefold. Firstly, he has extensive coaching experience and can bring advanced tactical concepts to the team. Secondly, he is adept at tapping into the potential of players, allowing each player to perform at their best. Lastly, he possesses excellent communication and leadership skills, capable of uniting the entire team. Firstly, the Chinese men's football team is performing well. In the Asian qualifying round of the World Cup Group C, the Chinese team is currently at the bottom of the table but only one point behind second-placed Australia. It seems that the Chinese team has a good chance of advancing to the top four of the group. If they work harder, as Ivan Kozlovic said, there is even a possibility of directly qualifying for the World Cup. Secondly, the Chinese men's football team used to be like a scattered mess, but now it has coalesced into a solid force! Especially in the first match of the 18-strong competition against the Japanese men's football team, fans who watched the live broadcast may have fallen into despair! On the field, the players had no coordination and failed to reach a consensus in their thinking. The outcome was naturally disastrous. However, when they faced the Japanese team again, the players' performance on the field was completely different. They were willing to sacrifice and take on more responsibilities for their teammates. At this point, the Chinese men's football team…

NBA regular season, the Rockets won a big victory over the Pelicans with a score of 128-111. The Rockets played very easily in this game, dominating the first three quarters. Even when they put in fringe players in the final quarter and gave up on defense, they were still able to secure a big win thanks to their advantage from the earlier quarters. Four players had perfect performances throughout the game. Green, without facing any defensive pressure, displayed a dominant offensive performance, scoring 30 points effortlessly with a high shooting percentage and leading the team in plus-minus value. During this time, his shooting has become more stable. VanVleet also showcased a perfect three-point shooting rate, going 7 for 12 to score 25 points. In the third quarter, he was able to take control of the game and complete the rout. Amen's current performance is also excellent. Although his three-point shooting wasn't great, he relied on his defense and rebounding, which have always been his strong suits, going 4 for 8 to get 9 points, 10 rebounds, 3 assists, and 1 steal. He is a god on the defensive end, playing like a center despite being a guard. Whitmore's performance is also getting better and better, going 9 for 16 to score 27 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist, and 1 steal. In the garbage time of the final quarter, he can easily dominate the court, scoring 13 points in a single quarter, setting a new career high, and he has been on a tear recently. Shen Jing, Tate, Jeff Green, and…

On December 24, 2024, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued with a focus match between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Detroit Pistons. The Pistons have been performing well recently, moving from a long-term bottom ranking in the Eastern Conference to now entering the play-in tournament area. The Lakers have won three consecutive games, rising to sixth in the Western Conference. Both teams are in good form. Who will come out on top? In the first quarter, both teams had excellent offensive performances, with the Pistons having a slight advantage at 34:32. In the second quarter, the Lakers launched a counterattack, overtaking the score at halftime, leading 64:62 by two points. In the third quarter, the Pistons had a more outstanding offense, with the Lakers trailing 92:93 by one point. In the fourth quarter, the Pistons played an excellent offense and performed exceptionally well defensively, scoring 20:11 to directly widen the gap to 113:103, with the Lakers trailing by 10 points. At this point, there were only 4 minutes and 36 seconds left in the game. James continued his magical performance, helping the Lakers narrow the score to 112:117, trailing by 5 points, but there was really not much time left. With 1 minute and 46 seconds remaining, James scored again with a breakthrough layup, making it 114-117, only trailing by 3 points, with just 46 seconds left. James really did his best. Not only did he achieve a triple-double, but he also scored continuously in the fourth quarter. The Pistons called a timeout. Cunningham attacked and forced a…

According to media reports, Justin Patton, who has been in contact with Liaoning before, is now close to signing and will join the team soon. Liaoning's current big foreign aid, Ture, has been very unsatisfactory, sometimes even less effective on the court than domestic players. It is understood that before signing Ture, Liaoning had contact with Patton, but there were discrepancies in the details of the signing process, so Liaoning chose to sign Ture first for trial. As we all know, due to Ture's poor performance, Liaoning continued to negotiate with Patton. Justin Patton was born on June 14, 1997. In the 2017 NBA draft, the Minnesota Timberwolves traded for the 16th pick from the Chicago Bulls and used this pick to select Justin Patton. However, his NBA career did not go smoothly later, and last season he signed with Shanxi Fenjiu Club. Justin Patton is 213cm tall and has good mobility and lateral movement ability. As an inside player, Patton has outstanding jumping power and starting speed, and his second jump ability ranks among the top among peers. Patton has top-notch running ability among inside players and can adapt to the fast-paced rhythm of the NBA. Patton's footwork is good, and he even uses guard-style crossover steps in the game. Although Patton played for Shanxi for a short time last season, we can fully trust Shanxi's vision in selecting foreign aid. According to Shanxi fans, Patton is strong, but his one-on-one ability is poor. He needs guards to drive him. His scoring ability is excellent, and he has a…

In the global sport of table tennis, the Chinese national team is undoubtedly a legendary presence. From the days of "ping-pong diplomacy" to the recent Olympic gold medal grand slam, the Chinese team has won worldwide attention and respect with its remarkable skills, tenacious fighting spirit, and profound cultural heritage. However, following the successful conclusion of the Paris Olympics, the overwhelming dominance of the Chinese team seems to have once again become a focal point for the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF). Recently, a series of new regulations introduced by the ITTF has sparked extensive discussion among fans, with many questioning whether the Chinese team is receiving "special attention." Looking back at the Paris Olympics, the Chinese team was undoubtedly the brightest star. They won championships in all five events: men's singles, women's singles, men's team, women's team, and mixed doubles, demonstrating unparalleled dominance. Top players like Ma Long, Fan Zhendong, Chen Meng, and Sun Yingsha used their exquisite techniques and indomitable fighting spirit to write a new chapter of glory for the Chinese team. However, it is precisely this dominance that has made the Chinese team a "key focus" in the ITTF's rule adjustments. In recent years, to balance the gap in table tennis standards between countries, the ITTF has frequently revised competition rules, from racket materials to game balls, and from ranking systems to entry qualifications, making significant adjustments. These changes have undoubtedly posed challenges to the Chinese team but also spurred them to develop stronger fighting spirit and adaptability. However, a new regulation recently introduced by the…

The Lakers have been playing under the pressure of injuries this season, with players like Vanderbilt, Wood, and Hayes constantly out due to injuries. This has left the Lakers' bench rotation short-handed. Although Vincent returned this season, his shooting form has been poor, unable to help the team win games. Instead, young stars like Knickert and Christie have become important rotational players. Due to the severe injury problems within the team, these young stars have received more opportunities for training. The Lakers' "Big Three" exploded with a combined 76 points, 22 assists, and 18 rebounds, while James set a miracle, proving that the new star is indeed very useful. In the game between the Lakers and the Warriors, Davis had to leave the game due to an injury in the opening minutes. James and Curry led their teams in a fierce battle, with the score constantly changing hands. The Lakers' young stars Knickert and Christie exploded in the second quarter, leading the team on a 16-2 run to help the Lakers take the lead at halftime. The Lakers had established a lead of around 10 points by the third quarter, but Curry and Wiggins scored continuously, going on a 9-0 run, resulting in a fierce tug-of-war entering the final quarter. In the decisive moments, Curry hit consecutive three-pointers to help the Warriors tie the score, but Reeves made crucial free throws and completed a layup to secure the victory. The Lakers narrowly defeated the Warriors. Davis only played for 7 minutes before spraining his ankle, but fortunately, post-game tests showed…

The head coach of China's national football team, Ivan Kozlovic, stated in an interview with foreign media that the Chinese team has a good chance of securing a direct spot in the World Cup. Therefore, our plan for scoring points in the next four matches of the top 18 qualifiers will undergo changes. Ivan Kozlovic said: The first six rounds of the top 18 qualifiers have been completed, and although we are at the bottom of Group C, the national team is tied on points with Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain with 6 points each. It is only because the national team has fewer goal differences than their opponents that it ranks last. This indicates that the national team still has the opportunity to compete for the fourth-round playoff. However, the national team is only one point behind Australia, who is second in Group C. If the national team can perform well in the remaining four matches next year, directly advancing to the World Cup finals is not impossible. Therefore, "Ivan Kozlovic will make significant adjustments to the national team's scoring plan and personnel tactics." The specific adjustments are as follows: "The new Chinese Super League team Yunnan Yu Kun and Beijing Guoan are about to introduce Oscar and Serginho. The two players are just waiting for an official announcement to join their new clubs. Moreover, the naturalization process of these two players is underway." "Oscar and Serginho are expected to represent the national team in the remaining four matches of the top 18 qualifiers before March next year." Oscar…

After Rodri's injury, Manchester City's performance experienced a cliff-like decline. In the 17 games since Rodri's injury, Manchester City achieved a record of 6 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses, which is almost the worst record under Guardiola's coaching at Manchester City. Guardiola once scratched his head in frustration during the game, on the verge of collapse. If it weren't for the recent contract renewal with the team, Guardiola might have wanted to leave Manchester City quickly to avoid further damage to his reputation due to the team's poor performance. In fact, Rodri's injury is not the only reason for Manchester City's poor performance. The real factor affecting Manchester City's win rate is Guardiola himself. In Guardiola's tactical system, the role of English right-back Kyle Walker is crucial. He can play as a right-back and occasionally as a center-back, and his form determines the performance of Manchester City's right flank in both attack and defense. However, Kyle Walker is now older and his form is far from his peak, resulting in Manchester City's right flank being almost paralyzed, making him the biggest weak point in Manchester City's defense. Furthermore, after letting go of "Little Spider" Alvarez, Manchester City has only Haaland left with stable goal-scoring ability on the front line. The rest of the wingers lack the necessary abilities to provide sufficient support to Haaland, leading to Haaland being isolated in the game. From recent matches, Haaland has yet to reach the level where he can carry the team alone. When the team is in trouble, he lacks the organizational…