The singles quarter-finals of the WTT Doha Star Match have all been determined, but surprisingly, none of the four Chinese men's singles players managed to advance to the quarter-finals, with two of them failing to even reach the round of 16. Although the purpose of this WTT Doha Star Match was to train newcomers, such poor results still made fans realize the extremely weak echelon strength of the Chinese men's team, especially after Fan Zhendong and Ma Long withdrew from the world rankings and WTT events. Currently, among the new players of the national table tennis team, perhaps the only hope is on Lin Shidong. It should be noted that Liu Guoliang previously mentioned in an interview with CCTV that the first year (2025) is precisely the year for training newcomers, but with such a foundation, who can ultimately step up? It's worth considering. In this WTT Doha Star Match, the national table tennis team originally sent out five promising newcomers to compete, but due to Zhou Qihao's sudden injury and forced withdrawal, the hopes for the men's singles were placed on the remaining four players. Among these four, the one considered to have the greatest chance of winning the championship is 23-year-old Xu Yingbin. So far, Xu Yingbin has successively defeated all the main players within the national table tennis team, including Wang Chuqin, Fan Zhendong, Ma Long, Liang Jingkun, Lin Gaoyuan, Lin Shidong, and world champion Xu Xin. However, Xu Yingbin was unexpectedly eliminated in the qualifying round by South Korean player Zhao Shengmin with a score of…

Recently, the final of the Ping Super League has been a hot topic, and the incident involving Wang Manyu has left many scratching their heads. How did a small controversy on the court escalate into such a situation? What exactly is going on? Let's start with the match itself. Wang Manyu raised a question about Tan Yuexuan's second jump, which is allowed by the rules, right? It wasn't intentional nitpicking, so why did it attract so much criticism? Even worse, after the game, three women chased her, hurling insults and even appearing ready to get physical! This is unacceptable. The club had to send bodyguards to escort her, a scene that sends chills down one's spine. This isn't just watching a game; this is causing trouble! The internet has erupted in outrage against these so-called "fans." What kind of fans are they? We should consider that Wang Manyu is also an ordinary person. Even as an athlete, she shouldn't have to endure such inhumane treatment. Athletes are people too, with their own emotions and feelings. They need respect, not cyberbullying! Moreover, even if Wang Manyu made a mistake during the match, does it warrant personal attacks? That goes against the spirit of sportsmanship! Some say that Ma Long also "interrupted" his opponent's rhythm during the Rio Olympics final and even went out to change clothes mid-game, yet no one criticized him. The reason is simple: he followed the rules. So what's the deal with these people now? Do they not understand the rules or are they deliberately looking for trouble?…

Recently, the table tennis world has been buzzing with excitement! Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng withdrew from the competition, CCTV supported them, and the WTT rules were questioned... What's really going on behind all this? Is it just a simple dispute over the rules? Let's start with these WTT rules. The top 100 players in the world must participate in their competitions; otherwise, they will lose points, affecting their world rankings and, in turn, their eligibility for the three major events. Think about it; this is practically a "tyrannical clause"! How can a commercial event be so closely tied to the qualifications for world-class competitions? It's hard to believe there isn't more to this story. This isn't just a matter of the rules themselves; the creation and enforcement of these rules are closely related to Liu Guoliang's multiple roles, which raises suspicions. Liu Guoliang serves as the Chairman of the WTT World Table Tennis Corporation Board, President of the Chinese Table Tennis Association, and First Vice President of the International Table Tennis Federation, holding several positions at once. Isn't that a bit too much power for one person? It's like having one person control legislative, judicial, and executive powers; how could that not be concerning? In the past, athletes have raised doubts, but nothing came of it. This time, it's different. Two Olympic champions withdrew simultaneously, and it's a big deal that the global media is paying attention to! CCTV even stepped in to voice its concerns about the WTT rules. Liu Guoliang responded, saying that the rules do need…

Liu Guoliang's Embarrassment: Doha World Table Tennis Championships Announce Participation Rules, Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng Denied Entry Do you still remember the promise Liu Guoliang made to the public after Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng officially announced their withdrawal from the world rankings and WTT events? At that time, facing public pressure, Liu Guoliang claimed that as the chairman of the Chinese Table Tennis Association, he would spare no effort to support athletes in defending their rights. He fully understood and respected the decisions of Fan Zhendong, Chen Meng, and Ma Long. He also believed that some rules of the WTT were questionable. Most importantly, when CCTV reporter Li Wujun asked, "Can we still see them compete for the country on the international stage in the future?" Liu Guoliang clearly stated, "Of course! With their achievements and contributions, I believe they can participate in any major event with a wild card." This statement was interpreted by the public as a commitment from Liu Guoliang to Fan Zhendong, Chen Meng, and Ma Long: as long as you are willing, you can participate in any international event with a wild card. However, surprisingly, less than a week after his statement, the Doha World Table Tennis Championships announced the participation rules and the number of players, leaving Liu Guoliang embarrassed. The 58th World Table Tennis Championships will be held in Doha, Qatar from May 17 to 25, 2025. The International Table Tennis Federation recently updated the latest news on its official website and grandly launched promotional photos featuring representatives from the five…

The situation is escalating! Regarding Fan Zhendong's withdrawal from the WTT world rankings, more and more WTT executives are being discussed, and now there is new factual evidence surrounding Mr. Liu Guoliang, chairman of the WTT board of directors, with netizens questioning whether he has been restricted from leaving the country. Looking back at major events over the past three months: In October, the Kazakhstan Asian Championships, Liu Guoliang did not attend, which was rare, as he personally led the team in the previous Asian Championships; in November, the Fukuoka year-end finals, Liu Guoliang also did not attend, but many fans still remember his energetic appearance at the award ceremony of the previous event; in December, the 53rd anniversary of China-US table tennis diplomacy, Vice Chairman Qin Zhijian of the Chinese Table Tennis Association led the team, while President Liu Guoliang did not attend. However, on January 8th, during discussions between the International Table Tennis Federation and the Qatar Table Tennis Association regarding major matters related to the World Table Tennis Championships, Liu Guoliang, as the first vice-chairman of the International Table Tennis Federation, did not attend. Liu Guoliang's continuous four absences have sparked widespread doubts from public opinion, even famous sports journalist He Xiaolong mentioned this matter, and many netizens question whether he has been restricted from leaving the country. Netizens are also actively commenting on this matter: "It's time to investigate and settle accounts, deal with athletes associated with him together, cancel their continued eligibility to participate, it's some unscrupulous and immoral athletes who have fostered his evil…

Recently, the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) announced the latest world rankings. Among the five individual events, the Chinese table tennis team has taken three of them. Compared to the previous period, China has lost another world number one! In the men's singles, Wang Chuqin and Lin Shidong are ranked first and second! Wang Chuqin leading is not surprising. Lin Shidong, on the other hand, has won the singles titles in five consecutive competitions after the Paris Olympics, including the Chinese Grand Slam title. Lin Shidong's world ranking has soared, currently ranked second. Liang Jingkun and Lin Gaoyuan are ranked fifth and ninth respectively. Among foreign association players, Japanese star Zhang Jike is ranked third. Xiaolei Lun is ranked fourth, with Hugo, Moregad, and Franziska ranked sixth to eighth. In the women's singles rankings, Sun Yingsha leads, followed by Wang Manyu, Wang Yidi, and Chen Xingtong ranked second to fourth. Japanese players Hina Hayata, Miyuu Higa, and others are ranked fifth to seventh. In the mixed doubles event, Olympic champions Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha remain at the top of the world rankings, with the Lin Shidong and Kuai Man combination ranked third, and Lin Gaoyuan and Wang Yidi ranked eighth. In the men's doubles, before the year-end finals, the Chinese pair of Xiang Peng and Yuan Licen were ranked first. After the year-end finals, the French Lebrun brothers topped the world rankings after winning the year-end finals. In this issue's world rankings, the Lebrun brothers still lead. It is worth noting that we have lost the world number one…

Situation Escalates! Fan Zhendong Appears on CCTV13, Supported by CCTV Journalists, Liu Guoliang Makes First Public Appearance After Controversy "Non-participation means fines," does that sound familiar? On the surface, it seems like a tactic used by some companies to force employees to work overtime, but you might not have expected that behind this is a group of top table tennis players experiencing "the 996 version of the sports field." The protagonist of this "big show" in 2023 is Fan Zhendong, the "big brother" of the national table tennis team. Recently, Fan Zhendong chose to "stand firm" due to his dissatisfaction with the WTT (World Table Tennis Professional League) mandatory participation penalty regulations and announced his withdrawal from the world rankings. This was followed by another legendary player and Olympic champion Chen Meng's support for the team, directly abandoning the "golden signboard" of the "ranking." The table tennis circle exploded! Such a "double bomb" not only sparked discussions in the sports world but also made many fans start to think: Behind professionalization, is it for the good of the athletes, or is it a shackle that harms their interests? Table tennis players who do not participate in competitions will be fined? This is straightforward and is one of the current rules of WTT. This rule requires top players to participate in competitions; otherwise, they face not only high fines but also the possibility of losing their world ranking. It sounds like encouraging more competitions and enhancing the heat of the arena, but upon careful consideration, the problems behind this are not…

Liáng Ānqí chooses a partner for Hé Chāoxīn, Ho Kai Shan and Fan Zhendong may be targets, which one is more suitable?‌ Recently, Liáng Ānqí visited the Sanshui Football Culture Exhibition Hall. It is worth noting that in 1983, Hó Yīngdōng had built a football stadium in this place called Sanshui. Upon arriving here, Liáng Ānqí found something interesting during her visit and immediately said, "I want to take a photo for Kai Shan to see." Who would have thought that the fourth house of the gambling king's family has such a good relationship with Ho Kai Shan. It is known that recently Ho Kai Shan has been very popular because he followed his brother and sister-in-law to the Paris Olympics, so many netizens are also concerned about his marriage. After all, Ho Kai Shan is already 41 years old this year. His elder brother already has children and a happy marriage, and his younger brother also found a suitable partner this year, but he has not spread any rumors for a long time. Looking at Liáng Ānqí and Ho Kai Shan's familiar appearance, many netizens speculate that Liáng Ānqí might have taken a fancy to Ho Kai Shan and wants him to be her son-in-law. After all, Hé Chāoxīn's age is also the time to find a partner, and Ho Kai Shan has a gentle appearance and comes from a wealthy family, except that he is a bit older in terms of age. In addition to Ho Kai Shan, Liáng Ānqí has also recently become closer to Olympic champion…

She was once a rising star in the national table tennis team, having been teammates with the current "world number one" Fan Zhendong and defeating "Little Demon King" Sun Yingsha on the court. With her beautiful appearance, 1.76-meter height, and outstanding temperament, she is known as the "first beauty of the national table tennis team." She is Wang Tianyi, a gifted table tennis player who chose to leave the national team during the rise of her career. Why did this happen? Let's get closer to Wang Tianyi and understand her unusual life trajectory. Wang Tianyi's journey in table tennis began with her admiration for her brother in childhood. Born into an ordinary civil servant family, her brother started practicing table tennis from a young age, and under his influence, she also developed a strong interest in the sport. At the age of four, the coach discovered her extraordinary talent and suggested that she receive professional training. Since then, the young Wang Tianyi embarked on her own table tennis career. At the age of ten, Wang Tianyi joined the Shandong Luneng Table Tennis Club, which is known as the cradle of champions, having cultivated many world champions such as Ma Long and Zhang Jike. Here, Wang Tianyi received more systematic and professional training, and her skills improved rapidly. In 2016, at the age of only 14, Wang Tianyi won the women's singles runner-up at the National Youth Table Tennis Championships, which earned her a spot on the national team, making her one of the youngest members of the team and becoming…

In the recent Olympics, Japanese table tennis player Tomokazu Harimoto participated in three events but unfortunately failed to achieve ideal results. Firstly, in the mixed doubles event, Harimoto and his partner suffered an early defeat, being eliminated in the first round of the competition. This was undoubtedly a disappointing outcome, as they had hoped to make a breakthrough in this event. Next came the men's singles competition, which was also the event that Harimoto valued the most personally. However, in the semi-finals, he faced a formidable opponent in Fan Zhendong. Despite showing tenacious fighting spirit, Harimoto was ultimately narrowly defeated by Fan Zhendong in a reversal. This match was undoubtedly a heavy blow for Harimoto. Finally, there was the men's team event, in which Harimoto competed as a member of the Japanese team. However, the entire team's performance was not up to par, and they ultimately missed out on a medal. This was another regrettable result for Harimoto, as he had hoped to bring honor to the Japanese team. Overall, this Olympics was a challenging experience for Harimoto. He put in effort in each event, but the results were not as desired. However, this also strengthened his determination for future competitions. He will continue to work hard to improve his skills and strive for better results at the next Olympics. Despite not achieving ideal results at the Olympics, Harimoto quickly regained his confidence at the subsequent Asian Championships. In this competition, he successfully won the men's singles championship, marking the first time in nearly 50 years that the Japanese national…