The WTT Muscat tournament in 2025 has come to an end, with the national table tennis team delivering commendable performances. The women's singles were particularly outstanding, showcasing a collective advantage and securing both the championship and runner-up titles. In the end, Chen Yuanyu defeated Zhang Jike to claim the men's singles championship, which was of high value. Following his victory in the Doha tournament last week, Zhang Jike arrived at this event with great confidence to compete for the men's singles title. However, he ultimately lost 2-4 to Chen Yuanyu, suffering an unexpected defeat. There were three key factors contributing to his loss: Firstly, he failed to capitalize on his backhand advantage, which is his strongest suit. In this match, he did not perform well in this area, as Chen Yuanyu rarely engaged him in backhand exchanges, primarily using his forehand to counter Zhang Jike's attacks. Secondly, his forehand position was targeted. Although Zhang Jike's forehand capabilities have shown significant improvement, he was still under attack, with Chen Yuanyu repeatedly hitting straight shots that often penetrated his defense. This was mainly due to Chen Yuanyu's high-quality shots and varied placement. Thirdly, there were numerous errors. Zhang Jike made several mistakes in receiving serves, during rallies, and even in some proactive attacks, missing out on many scoring opportunities. His forehand feel was not at its best, resulting in a high number of unforced errors. Deng Yaping once commented on Zhang Jike's issues, noting his inconsistent form and his forehand as a weakness. Indeed, Zhang Jike has frequently displayed significant fluctuations in…

Recently, two Chinese sports legends, Deng Yaping and Sun Jihai, made humorous remarks about Chinese table tennis and the Chinese men's football team during an event, drawing attention and discussion from fans and media. Deng Yaping, known as the first "Great Demon King" of the Chinese table tennis team and the first Grand Slam winner, reached her career peak in the 1990s. Her success also propelled the rapid development of Chinese table tennis. Sun Jihai, a key player when the Chinese men's football team first qualified for the World Cup finals, had experience playing in the English Premier League, making him one of China's top overseas players. Deng Yaping represents table tennis, while Sun Jihai represents Chinese men's football. At the annual charity gala hosted by "China Philanthropist" magazine, Sun Jihai was named Person of the Year. This recognition is largely due to his efforts in youth training over recent years. Unlike typical youth training institutions, Sun Jihai offers free training. Football youth training is a costly endeavor that many families cannot afford. Sun Jihai's good deeds have been recognized, and his selection is well-deserved. Deng Yaping was invited to present the award to Sun Jihai. What should have been a normal award ceremony became noteworthy due to their banter. Deng Yaping said, "China has two balls that no one can win!" This statement clearly implies that the Chinese men's football team can't win against any opponent, while the Chinese table tennis team can defeat any opponent. In other words, it's easy for the Chinese table tennis team to win,…

Sun Yingsha and Wang Chuqin, the "traffic kings" of the Chinese table tennis team, once again stand at the forefront of public opinion. This time, the controversy was sparked by the sharp remarks of a veteran sports journalist, He Xiaolong. He criticized Wang Chuqin for "having nothing," said Sun Yingsha was "overhyped," and even thought that this was unfair to the resource allocation of the national table tennis team, and even bluntly stated that this approach was disrespectful to legendary players like Deng Yaping and Zhang Yining. Such bold views quickly ignited the discussion among fans. So, do these statements make sense? Let's analyze it calmly. 1. Does Wang Chuqin really have "nothing"? First, let's talk about Wang Chuqin. This rising leader who has been highly anticipated by the outside world has indeed received great attention and resource tilt during the Paris Olympic cycle. From the Asian Games to the World Table Tennis Championships, Wang Chuqin participated in multiple events, striving to make a comprehensive breakthrough in singles, doubles, mixed doubles and other events. He Xiaolong criticized him for "having nothing," mainly because of his failure in the Paris Olympics - he stopped in the top 32 of the men's singles competition and failed to carry the banner of China's men's table tennis as expected. But can "having nothing" really summarize Wang Chuqin's strength? Obviously not objective enough. Wang Chuqin's growth in the past few years is obvious to all. His style of play is fierce and his skills are comprehensive. Especially his ability to withstand pressure in adverse situations…

In the grand stage of the Ping Pong Super League finals, the spotlight shone brightly and the atmosphere was tense to the extreme. The peak confrontation between Sun Yingsha and Qian Tianyi, two female national table tennis players, was instantly ignited by a highly controversial edge ball. At a critical moment, would the referee's mistaken call become the key to determining victory or defeat? Could Sun Yingsha complete an astonishing comeback in adversity? Suspense began to spread from this moment... During the third set of the match, with the score tightly contested and every point gripping the heartstrings, Sun Yingsha's return brushed the edge of Qian Tianyi's side of the table like a ghost, almost imperceptibly. However, the referee's whistle sounded at this moment, awarding the point to Qian Tianyi. Sun Yingsha was momentarily stunned; she was convinced it was a good shot. Immediately, she protested to the referee, but the referee did not respond and did not even review the play, maintaining the original decision. At this moment, the atmosphere on the court instantly solidified, and controversy erupted. Facing Sun Yingsha's protest, Qian Tianyi, as the opponent, chose silence. She did not express any opinion but silently prepared for the next serve. This silence may have been out of respect for the referee's decision or perhaps to avoid escalating the controversy further. While Sun Yingsha, despite her unsuccessful protest, did not lose heart. Her eyes sparkled with an indomitable light, as if telling everyone: I will not give up! Despite being affected by the misjudgment, Sun Yingsha seemed to…

I also sighed when I saw this news. The former director of the General Administration of Sport, Gou Zhongwen, has been officially arrested. As a table tennis fan, think about it carefully, this is really a strange thing - a top leader of the sports bureau has turned our proud national table tennis upside down. Speaking of his operations, it's really laughable. How did he become the sports director? He implemented a unified national physical test, regardless of whether you are a swimmer or a table tennis player, everyone must follow the same standard. Isn't this just playing around? As a result, many world champions and Olympic champions were "killed" by this one-size-fits-all approach, even losing their eligibility to participate. What makes me most angry is when he targeted the national table tennis team. He not only marginalized Cai Zhenhua, our table tennis hero, but also removed Liu Guoliang from the position of head coach and placed him as a vice-chairman of the Table Tennis Association. Isn't this just causing trouble for no reason? At that time, it really angered Ma Long, Xu Xin, and others, leading to the "June 23 strike," which was unprecedented in the history of national table tennis! But looking back now, it's really the turn of fortune. Liu Guoliang is now the chairman of the Table Tennis Association, leading the national table tennis team to win championship after championship. Cai Zhenhua also retired peacefully. On the contrary, Gou Zhongwen himself stumbled, and now he is charged with bribery and abuse of power. Speaking of the…

On the evening of January 1st, in the men's team final of the Ping Pong Super League, Shandong Weiqiao, led by Wang Chuqin, defeated Huangshi Base, led by Lin Shidong, with a score of 3-0. After the game, Lin Shidong's remarks during the interview sparked controversy. In the second set of this game, Lin Shidong lost 2-3 to Wang Chuqin. After the game, Lin Shidong expressed that he played well, "Many people were cheering for him (Wang Chuqin), and it's normal for fans to support their players. I think it's already pretty good that I could play to 2-3 with so many people cheering for him." However, many of Wang Chuqin's fans were not satisfied and questioned whether Lin Shidong could accept defeat, feeling that he was affected by the interference, leading to various sarcastic comments online! "Are you saying that you lost because there were fewer people cheering for you? Haven't you received anti-interference training in the team? Moreover, the audience tonight was just normally cheering, without any disruptive behavior. The overall atmosphere was very good. If you can't handle this, then don't go abroad to play in the future. Foreign fans make even more noise, and you wouldn't be able to handle it!" "The ball is won by your own strength, not by the cheers of the fans. Who do you blame for having fewer fans? In the Asian Championship final, all the fans were cheering for you, but you still lost to Tomokazu Harimoto!" "The referee said, 'Lin Shidong, please pay attention to your behavior!' So why…

Why was Wang Chuqin able to reverse and defeat Lin Shidong? I believe this is a concern for all fans. After the game, Deng Yaping spoke frankly, saying that Little Stone indeed lost without any injustice. The most anticipated match in the men's team competition of the Ping Super League was the singles match between Wang Chuqin and Lin Shidong, which was also a battle between the current world number one and world number two. The two were not only competing in terms of strength but also engaging in psychological warfare. In the end, Wang Chuqin won the match with great difficulty, completing a reversal after losing the first set, and ultimately leaving the suspense until the very end, defeating Lin Shidong 3-2. The match was as tense as the score suggests, with the fierce fighting on the court and the cheering of the fans off the court making it full of highlights. After winning the match, Wang Chuqin was very relieved, roaring on the sidelines and circling the field to thank the fans. At this moment, Wang Chuqin released all his pressure and finally overcame himself. Only Wang Chuqin knows how difficult it was to win this match, and being able to start 2025 well is also the beginning of overcoming oneself. Many fans are puzzled as to why Wang Chuqin was able to reverse Lin Shidong. Was it due to skill or luck, or did he take advantage of the momentum created by the fans on the court? Deng Yaping, a grand slam winner in table tennis, reviewed…

Sun Yingsha protested an edge ball during the Ping Pong Super League match, but the referee ignored her, and Qian Tianyi remained silent. Deng Yaping was right. In this Ping Pong Super League match, Sun Yingsha played with such intensity that it was heart-wrenching to watch, especially regarding the controversial edge ball call that created an uneasy atmosphere throughout the stadium. However, Sun Yingsha proved herself with her skills. The competition site was particularly lively that day, with spectators holding their breath as they watched the intense match between Sun Yingsha and Qian Tianyi, two post-00s players. Their thrilling duel became even more suspenseful when the score reached 1-2, making the atmosphere on the sidelines tense. Sun Yingsha's serve is particularly interesting; she always manages to introduce new variations at crucial moments, which caught Qian Tianyi off guard several times. However, Qian Tianyi's reactions are genuinely swift, sometimes managing to return seemingly impossible shots. Both players were fully engaged, exchanging blows until both sides of the table were covered in sweat. The coaching staff on the sidelines anxiously rubbed their hands, fearing any mishaps from their athletes at key points. By the third set, the atmosphere on the court had become unbearably tense, especially concerning the edge ball call, which was quite distressing to watch. The referee's handling of the situation was somewhat uncomfortable. Sun Yingsha's expression at that moment was particularly helpless. When she approached the referee to argue her case, her anxious demeanor made everyone empathize with her urgency. However, the referee refused to review the play, which…

In the 2024 Ping Pong Super League men's team semi-finals, Shanghai Real Estate lost 0-3 to Shandong Weiqiao. Fan Zhendong, who played in the second set, was defeated 1-3 by Wang Chuqin and failed to advance to the final. Many people noticed that Fan Zhendong was not in top form during this match. Just three hours before the semi-finals, Liu Guoliang, as the chairman of the Chinese Table Tennis Association, respected and understood the decision of Fan Zhendong, Ma Long, and Chen Meng to withdraw from the world rankings. He criticized the unreasonable rules of the WTT World Table Tennis League and stated his intention to help athletes protect their rights, promote new regulations within the WTT, and even promised opportunities for Fan Zhendong and others to participate in international competitions with P cards. Liu Guoliang, who had previously remained silent and refused to compromise, suddenly made concessions just before Fan Zhendong's match, which left many people incredulous. After all, he is not only the head of the Chinese Table Tennis Association but also the head of the WTT World Table Tennis League. Criticizing another of his own identities, what exactly is Old Liu up to? Famous journalist He Xiaolong, who has been following the national table tennis team, provided an interpretation. He believes that the reason for Liu Guoliang's concession is mainly due to two reasons: first, the huge pressure from public opinion; second, the General Administration of Sports should have started to intervene! He Xiaolong thinks that Liu Guoliang would not target Fan Zhendong for personal emotional reasons.…

In 2024, for Sun Yingsha, it was like a rollercoaster movie filled with laughter, tears, climaxes, and troughs. Let's delve into the story of this 24-year-old girl and see how she writes her own legend in the world of table tennis. In the first half of the year, Sun Yingsha was like a game character on a winning streak. She was invincible on the court, to the point where even Japanese ace Hina Hayata had to admit, "This girl is the number one in the table tennis world right now." Who would have thought that such a promising "Great Demon" would experience such ups and downs in the following competitions? At the Paris Olympics, Sun Yingsha delivered an impressive performance: she won the first-ever mixed doubles gold medal with her partner and helped Team China secure the women's team gold. However, in the women's singles final, she narrowly lost to Chen Meng. This scene echoed the World Championships months earlier, but this time the roles were reversed—Sun Yingsha had previously shattered Chen Meng's Grand Slam dream, and this time, Chen Meng temporarily put Sun Yingsha's Olympic gold medal dream on hold. After the Olympics, Sun Yingsha continued to compete vigorously in the Macau Championship and the Chinese Grand Slam. However, no one is made of iron, and continuous high-intensity matches eventually led to injury concerns. When news of her injury surfaced during the Asian Championship women's team event, fans' hearts sank. Subsequently, we did not see her at the German Championship or the French Championship. Although she returned at the…