On the last Friday of this winter, the table tennis world was shaken by a series of announcements from top players that have sparked widespread discussion and attention. Leading figures Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng have made significant career moves that are not only personal turning points but also serve as indicators for the direction of the sport's development. Fan Zhendong, the young star of the table tennis world, surprised everyone by announcing his withdrawal from the world rankings through social media. This unexpected decision has generated intense debate among his fans and peers. However, Fan Zhendong clarified that despite stepping down from the rankings, his passion for table tennis remains unchanged, and he will continue to display his skills on the court. He also revealed that he has submitted an application to participate in next year's National Games and expressed his inability to bear the new WTT fine regulations. Meanwhile, Chen Meng, the 30-year-old veteran of the women's team with rich experience, also announced her withdrawal from the world rankings. She shared her journey during an invitation to Peking University's "Champion Classroom." Chen Meng emphasized that leaving the world rankings does not equate to retirement; instead, it marks a new phase in her career. She mentioned needing time to rest and recover after the high-intensity demands of the Paris Olympic cycle. Additionally, she shared her views on age, believing that female athletes should not be limited by their age but should transcend such boundaries to pursue their athletic dreams. The World Table Tennis (WTT) Board Chairman, Liu Guoliang, expressed…

Liu Guoliang Speaks Out Amid Rumors of His Resignation: CCTV Interview Reveals Details, Discusses Future Four-Year Plan for National Table Tennis Team Mentioning the name Liu Guoliang, table tennis enthusiasts are undoubtedly familiar with it. As the soul figure of the Chinese table tennis team, his contributions are nothing short of monumental. From being a player to a coach and then the chairman of the China Table Tennis Association, he is like a living fossil in table tennis, wielding immense influence. Especially since taking on the role of head coach, Liu has not only maintained the world-class level of the national team but also cultivated countless outstanding players. It can be said that the brilliant achievements of the national table tennis team are inseparable from his hard work and precise deployment. However, recently, rumors about Liu's resignation have been rife, with some even openly accusing him of failing to manage the administrative aspects of the national table tennis team, making him the focus of many discussions. Especially He Xiaolong, an old-timer in the table tennis circle, openly challenged Liu, claiming that he did not handle the issue of fan culture well. Fan culture, doesn't this sound like the fan culture in the entertainment industry? But in He Xiaolong's view, this culture has already infiltrated into the national table tennis team, even affecting the training and competitive state of the athletes. These seemingly enthusiastic fans actually brought a considerable burden to the athletes, to the extent that Chen Meng even considered retirement due to attacks from fans. So, what was Liu…

In the sports world, athletes' romantic lives have always been a focal point of public interest. In 2021, Wang Chuqin, a rising star of China's national table tennis team, made an unexpected statement in a public interview, expressing his expectations for an ideal partner, which sparked widespread attention and discussion. As a representative of new-era athletes, Wang Chuqin broke away from the traditional cautious and conservative stance that athletes often take on matters of the heart. During the interview, when asked about his criteria for choosing a partner, he unhesitatingly expressed his preference for someone "like Sun Yingsha." This candid declaration not only revealed the authentic personality of contemporary young athletes but also opened a window for the public to understand the emotional world of professional athletes. Delving into Wang Chuqin's statement, it reflects the rational thinking of new-era athletes towards relationships. In his view, an ideal partner should not merely be an emotional crutch but a life companion who can understand and progress together. This shift in perspective aligns with the contemporary pursuit of equality and mutual assistance in romantic relationships among young people. Professionally, Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha's partnership is nearly flawless. They have repeatedly demonstrated exceptional teamwork in major international table tennis events. Their daily training and side-by-side competition have built a solid foundation of trust. This mentor-mentee and friend-like relationship has allowed them to complement each other subtly in terms of technical advancement, character, and approach to dealing with matters. It's worth noting that Sun Yingsha, as a fresh force in China's women's table tennis…

In the Chinese national table tennis team, someone has finally taken the initiative to stand up against unfairness! This time, Fan Zhendong expressed his dissatisfaction with the new WTT regulations on the surface, but in reality, he is challenging Liu Guoliang! Unable to bear the new rule of being fined for not participating, Fan Zhendong chose to withdraw from the world rankings without retiring! What does Fan Zhendong's statement mean? It means that domestic competitions should still be played, but international competitions will not be played. Why does Fan Zhendong want to withdraw from the international rankings? WTT is a game of capital, purely using the health of athletes to make money. The schedule is too dense, and there are penalties for not participating. This phenomenon is very unfair to athletes! Why has WTT become a game of capital? Because WTT Chairman Liu Guoliang chose to treat athletes as cattle and horses, under his promotion, the commercial nature of the WTT competition system points are higher than the nine major events, forcing athletes who want to make a name for themselves on the international stage to frequently participate and accept the exploitation of WTT. If Liu Guoliang's only significant move was the reform of WTT, it might not have been enough to make Fan Zhendong decide to quit. However, what really caused Fan Zhendong to gradually take a different path from Liu Guoliang was actually the fan culture of the national table tennis team! Everyone knows very clearly that the fan culture of the national table tennis team was led…

In the Chinese national table tennis team, someone has finally taken the initiative to stand up against unfairness! This time, Fan Zhendong expressed his dissatisfaction with the new WTT regulations on the surface, but in reality, he is challenging Liu Guoliang! Unable to bear the new rule of being fined for not participating, Fan Zhendong chose to withdraw from the world rankings without retiring! What does Fan Zhendong's statement mean? It means that domestic competitions should still be played, but international competitions will not be played. Why does Fan Zhendong want to withdraw from the international rankings? WTT is a game of capital, purely using the health of athletes to make money. The schedule is too dense, and there are penalties for not participating. This phenomenon is very unfair to athletes! Why has WTT become a game of capital? Because WTT Chairman Liu Guoliang chose to treat athletes as cattle and horses. Under his promotion, the commercial nature of the WTT competition system points are higher than the nine major events, forcing athletes who want to stand out on the international stage to frequently participate and accept the exploitation of WTT. If Liu Guoliang's only significant move was the reform of WTT, it might not have been enough to make Fan Zhendong decide to quit. However, what really caused Fan Zhendong to gradually take a different path from Liu Guoliang was actually the fan culture of the national table tennis team! Everyone knows that the fan culture of the national table tennis team was led by Liu Guoliang. Liu Guoliang…

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…

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…

Zhao Ruirui is not only a legendary volleyball player but also successfully transformed into a writer after retirement, even winning the Global Chinese Science Fiction Nebula Award! Her story is absolutely awe-inspiring. Want to know how she transitioned from the court to the literary world? Keep reading! Height often gives athletes an advantage in their respective fields, and volleyball players need such height. Volleyball is an extremely height-dependent sport, with taller athletes having more positions on the court. There is a nickname in the volleyball world, "Women's Basketball Coach," which refers to Zhao Ruirui. Due to her height advantage, Zhao Ruirui was called up to the national team at the age of 19 and helped the national team win many international championships. During her career, due to injuries and other reasons, Zhao Ruirui eventually retired and became a writer. Nowadays, Zhao Ruirui has won the Silver Award for Best Long Novel at the Global Chinese Science Fiction Nebula Awards. Such achievements make many people believe that she is also an excellent writer. At the age of six, Zhao Ruirui was already 1.58 meters tall, which is considered tall even by today's standards. The height advantage also became an advantage in the eyes of Zhao Ruirui's parents, who began to cultivate her as a volleyball player. Zhao Ruirui also has her unique insights and love for the sport of volleyball. In practice, Zhao Ruirui discovered that she was more suitable for playing volleyball. In the eyes of Zhao Ruirui's parents, their daughter's talent is outstanding. Zhao Ruirui inherited her parents' height…

Liu Guoliang, a shining name in the world of table tennis, has recently found himself at the center of public opinion. Some praise his remarkable achievements, while others question his coaching philosophy, and there are even those who predict his dismissal. Throughout his career as both a player and coach, Liu Guoliang has made significant contributions to Chinese table tennis. He has led the national team to numerous honors and created countless legends. However, at the peak of his success, he faces an unprecedented challenge. The open criticism from famous sports figure He Xiaolong has placed Liu Guoliang in the eye of the storm, sparking discussions about the future development of Chinese table tennis. Once the pride of the national team, Liu Guoliang has now become a focal point of controversy. This transformation evokes a sense of pity and prompts us to ponder how one's merits and demerits should be evaluated, and how we should view past glories amidst current challenges. Some argue that Liu Guoliang's era has passed, and he should step down gracefully. Others believe he remains the best candidate for Chinese table tennis and should continue to lead the team forward. Only time can provide the answer to this debate. He Xiaolong's criticism extends beyond Liu Guoliang personally, targeting the "fan culture" phenomenon within the national team. This invasion of entertainment culture casts a shadow over the pure realm of sports competition and adds extra pressure on the athletes. The fervent pursuit of stardom by fans sometimes crosses boundaries, causing disruptions in the athletes' lives and training,…

Recently, Xinhua News Agency's sports department selected the top ten Chinese athletes of 2024, including Ma Long, the Chinese gymnastics team, Deng Yawen, Deng Zhixuan, Quan Hongchan, Yang Jiayu, Zheng Qinwen, Sheng Lihao, Jiang Yuyan, and Pan Zhanle! Although most netizens support the list of China's top ten athletes, some have raised questions about why Sun Yingsha and Wang Chuqin, table tennis players, did not appear on the list. In the view of some netizens, as core players and traffic magnets for the national table tennis team, Sun Yingsha and Wang Chuqin are not lacking in any aspect and should logically be included in the list of China's top ten best athletes. It cannot be denied that Sun Yingsha and Wang Chuqin indeed have high popularity and performed very well in the 2024 season. However, to be included in the list of China's top ten athletes, they still fall short! Observant netizens may have noticed that most of the athletes selected for the list made history at the Olympics or their victories had special significance, such as Jiang Yuyan winning seven gold medals, breaking two world records and three Paralympic records; at the closing ceremony, Jiang Yuyan and male track and field athlete Di Dongdong served as flag bearers for the Chinese delegation; and Yang Jiayu, who won the gold medal in the women's 20km race walk final at the Paris Olympics with a time of 1 hour, 25 minutes, and 54 seconds, becoming a grand slam champion with Olympic, World Championship, Asian Games, National Games titles, and world records.…