In recent public discourse, former Olympic champion Zhang Jike has undoubtedly been a prominent yet controversial figure. His various remarks during live broadcasts have stirred up waves like a boulder dropped into a calm lake, with the focus this time being on the departure of national team sparring partner Hao Shuai. Zhang Jike, who once wrote a glorious chapter in the world of Chinese table tennis, has achieved remarkable success. Looking back, his thrilling match against Wang Hao at the London Olympics ended with Zhang Jike defeating his opponent and securing the men's singles gold medal. At the Rio Olympics, he narrowly lost to Ma Long, missing out on defending his title, but his strength and fighting spirit still left a deep impression on people. However, his career was not without its challenges. After the Rio Olympics, Zhang Jike gradually withdrew from the court, and it was thought that he would lead a low-key and stable life. However, in early 2023, he found himself at the center of a storm of public opinion. It was rumored that Zhang Jike had indulged in gambling and accumulated a huge debt, and even more seriously, it was exposed that he used private photos of his ex-girlfriend Jing Tian to offset his gambling debts. This incident was like an earthquake, shattering his previously good public image and causing many cooperative brands to terminate their contracts with him, with related products being taken off the shelves. During that dark period, he went into seclusion. But Zhang Jike did not let the difficulties defeat him completely.…

In the whirlpool of the national table tennis storm, the ripples of public opinion continue to spread. Famous journalist He Xiaolong openly participated in a discussion among fans on social media about who caused more harm to their respective projects between Liu Guoliang and Li Tie. This discussion was like a huge stone thrown into a calm lake, causing waves upon waves. When He Xiaolong "opened fire" with Du Liyan, many media people also stood up to speak out, making the turmoil even more turbulent. Recently, He Xiaolong reposted six questions directed at the President of Henan Table Tennis Association, Mr. Wang. These six questions were like six sharp scalpels, precisely cutting into a series of mysteries, instantly triggering heated discussions among fans. "When something unusual happens, there must be a demon," this phenomenon often hides unknown truths behind it. Take the WTT competition as an example. Hubei Wuhan once tried to apply for the WTT competition to be held there, but the high copyright fee became an insurmountable barrier, causing the application to fail. In stark contrast, Henan hosted six WTT competitions, and what is even more intriguing is that three of them were not included in the WTT annual directory. It's as if in a game of rules, one side cleverly bypassed the conventional path to achieve seemingly impossible results. Therefore, media people couldn't help but ask: How much money did Henan Table Tennis Association spend on these six WTT competitions? The funds and corporate sponsorship fees obtained from those three imitation competitions exceeded 100 million yuan. How…

As a seasoned sports blogger, my favorite sport to watch is the national table tennis team, especially the Shatou combination. I also have a special fondness for Xiaopang (Fatso) and Longdui (Dragon Team). Let's take a look at the latest news from the national table tennis team today. Ma Long attended the Milan Fashion Week and even watched the show with Li Xian, sitting next to him without being overshadowed. In fact, he seemed to surpass Li Xian in presence. Dressed in a cold white skin tone and a blue jacket, Ma Long exuded a full sense of gentlemanliness. His image was reminiscent of a youthful college senior, making one wonder if he had gone to participate in a campus event. That day, besides Ma Long attending the fashion week, his wife also accompanied him, which was truly romantic. This couple is truly a sight to behold wherever they go, with Longdui maintaining his charm from years past and his wife remaining as beautiful and charming as ever. I'm completely sold on this couple, haha! After watching Longdui, let's take a look at the latest developments of former Hebei player Zhong Ze Rui. He has recently taken over the Japanese team and boldly declared that he aims to approach China's goal of winning gold medals, which seems quite arrogant. Recently, the Japan Table Tennis Association announced the new cycle of coaching staff, with An Kawaichi and Zhong Ze Rui appointed as head coaches of the men's and women's teams respectively. Zhong Ze Rui is not Japanese; his original name is…

Recently, the focus of China's sports world has once again turned to Liu Guoliang. This individual, once hailed as a hero in Chinese table tennis, is now criticized by well-known media personality He Xiaolong as being more destructive than controversial figures in the football world such as Li Tie and former chairmen of the Football Association. With the release of He Xiaolong's lengthy article, public opinion has been stirred up, causing people to ponder: what exactly is the "dark side" behind Liu Guoliang? Does he really possess such immense destructive power as He Xiaolong claims? I. Comparison of Power Scope: Liu Guoliang's "Dominant" Position The primary reason He Xiaolong presents is the difference in power. Although the successive chairmen of the Football Association have the responsibility of managing Chinese football, their power is relatively limited. Their main focus is on national team affairs, and their control over the national team is also relatively weak. In contrast, Liu Guoliang wields great power in the field of table tennis. Taking the selection of national team players as an example, when the Football Association selects national team players, the process is complex, with various opinions balancing each other. However, in the selection of the table tennis national team, Liu Guoliang has tremendous authority. In a critical event, there was hardly any dissenting voice from the outside; everything was executed according to his decision, making collective decision-making almost non-existent. II. Transparency Comparison: From the Table Tennis Super League to WTT Events Although the football circle has been widely criticized, there is still some guarantee…

Recently, Fan Zhendong's withdrawal from the world rankings has caused a stir, much like a stone thrown into a calm lake, creating ripples. Renowned journalists Du Liyan and He Xiaolong are like keen fishermen who have discovered many "big fish" worth investigating beneath these waves. Their series of revelations targeting the national table tennis team (Guoping) and the World Table Tennis Corporation (WTT) have come like a storm. Now, they have jointly focused their attention on the WTT Taiyuan Star Challenge in 2023. This event was originally intended to enhance Taiyuan's reputation and promote sports among the people. According to the annual report of the Taiyuan Sports Bureau, the funds required to host this competition amounted to a high of 13.09 million yuan, with broadcasting fees at 5.15 million yuan. This is no small expense, akin to a large ship needing to load a significant amount of fuel before setting sail. However, after the event, the revenue from ticket sales was only 4.41 million yuan. This contrast is like a bolt from the blue, indicating that the organizer, Taiyuan, suffered an enormous loss in this match. However, what is even more concerning is that this meager 4.41 million yuan in ticket revenue has not yet been received. "Time passes day by day, opportunities come moment by moment, but we often overlook them." It's as if holding a check that should be cashed but remains uncashed after a year. This can't help but raise the question: Why has it taken so long for this 4.41 million yuan in ticket money to…

Recently, a decision by the national table tennis team has caused quite a stir: the Wang Chuqin fan club announced its dissolution. This news came as a shock to many fans - after all, Wang Chuqin is currently a hot new star in the table tennis world, and his fan club was once seen as a successful example of the commercialization of the national table tennis team. However, behind the dissolution, the national table tennis team has sent a clear signal: they are determined to completely sever ties with fan culture. So the question arises, why did the national table tennis team choose this moment to "cut off the arm"? Has fan culture really become the straw that broke the camel's back for this national sport? If you often browse Weibo or Xiaohongshu, you may notice a phenomenon: sports stars are being pushed to the forefront and troughs by fan culture. Once upon a time, the focus of table tennis events was "who won this tough battle," but now? Before a match even ends, social media is already in an uproar. Fans are supporting their favorite athletes on one side and attacking opponents on the other, even engaging in endless flame wars, which spread to the private lives of the athletes themselves. This entertainment-to-death atmosphere gradually turns healthy sports competition into an emotional venting ground. In fact, fan culture itself is not a "flood of beasts." It initially was just a way for fans to express their likes and support, but excessive emotionalization can lead to loss of control. For…

It is said that "a tiger father does not have a dog daughter," and this saying applies equally to Liu Guoliang and his daughter Liu Yujie. As a former Olympic champion in table tennis and now the head coach of the national team, Liu Guoliang's name is well-known to everyone! Having such a father has made Liu Yujie the focus of attention since she was young. However, she did not follow in her father's footsteps to continue a career related to table tennis but instead chose the sport of golf. Despite her young age, Liu Yujie has shown remarkable abilities. She won a championship at the age of 8, with the goal of participating in the 2028 Olympics and becoming the world's number one. It remains to be seen whether Liu Yujie's current efforts will allow her to achieve this lofty goal... Before introducing her daughter Liu Yujie, it is necessary to talk about her father Liu Guoliang first. Liu Guoliang's professional achievements can be described as "brilliant." He truly opened up history and is a superstar in the table tennis world. Table tennis has always been a highly competitive sport, and when Liu Guoliang joined the national team, he faced the daunting challenge of Kong Linghui. It wasn't until the Atlanta Olympics that Liu Guoliang, who was not favored by everyone, managed to overcome all obstacles. He first teamed up with Kong Linghui to win the men's doubles gold medal, and later defeated his teammate in the singles final, winning two Olympic gold medals on his own! The victory…

This matter, it's really a wave that hasn't calmed down before another rises. Fan Zhendong's withdrawal from the world rankings is like throwing a big stone into a calm lake, stirring up waves. The southern media claims that Liu Guoliang was well-intentioned in helping out, but He Xiaolong isn't buying it, and netizens' comments are exploding, overwhelmingly siding with He Xiaolong. Now, everyone wants to know, what's really going on behind this? "Weekend Weekend" published an article trying to clear Liu Guoliang's name, saying that Liu Guoliang was using Fan Zhendong's withdrawal to put pressure on WTT, as if all this was for the good of the athletes. But He Xiaolong wasn't having it, directly countering that such a claim is utter nonsense. He believes that Liu Guoliang doesn't have the final say in WTT, so how could he solve problems through such means? Not to mention, if this were true, why agree to withdraw from the rankings first, and why not allow participation in the Asian Cup? Speaking of this, do you feel a bit confused? These details are indeed perplexing. Some netizens recall the scene from the Li Ning sponsor meeting before the Paris Olympics, where Ma Long stood in the most prominent position and Liu Guoliang sat beside him, as if silently revealing some information. This matter becomes more intriguing the more you think about it. The issue of athletes' own rights has also come to light. Top players have faced fan circle troubles over the years without receiving enough support, which is no small matter. Why…

Recently, Zhang Jike mentioned in a live stream an unknown but highly skilled table tennis player - Hao Shuai. Hao Shuai was once hailed as one of the "Six Little Dragons" of the national table tennis team alongside Wang Hao and Chen Qi, but ultimately could only serve as a practice partner within the national team, an experience that evokes emotion. On January 18th, Zhang Jike started his live stream, saying: "Originally, when Wang Liqin played as the main force, Hao Shuai served as a practice partner. Later, when we became the main players, Hao Shuai remained a practice partner. Then, when Fan Zhendong became the main player, Hao Shuai also practiced for a period of time. But then, the young players gradually couldn't keep up with him, and Hao Shuai stopped being a practice partner." Zhang Jike's words revealed his deep regret for his old friend Hao Shuai's bumpy journey. Hao Shuai, 41 years old, was once a star player of the national table tennis team, possessing a unique left-handed horizontal grip style. His fierce offensive in the first three shots made it difficult for opponents to cope. Legendary international table tennis player Waldner once gave him high praise. In 2009, Hao Shuai helped China win the World Cup team championship, an achievement that should have earned him a place in the history of the national table tennis team. However, fate seemed to be against him, and despite his outstanding skills, he repeatedly missed the opportunity to become a main player in the World Table Tennis Championships, eventually choosing…

Recently, Liu Guoliang, the chairman of the Chinese Table Tennis Association (CTTA), announced an important decision, marking a significant change in the coaching staff of the national table tennis team (NTT). This decision not only affects the future direction of NTT but also has a profound impact on the global table tennis landscape. PART01 Li Sun, the current head coach of NTT, is about to end his coaching career. This meritorious coach has made tremendous contributions to China's table tennis. Under Li Sun's leadership, the women's team has maintained an astonishing championship rate of 92.3% over the past eight years. With the increase in age and the rise of new generation players, finding a suitable successor has become urgent. Currently, the top contenders for the replacement are mainly focused on three coaches: Wang Hao, Ma Lin, and Xiao Zhan. All three are excellent coaches cultivated within NTT, each with their own strengths. Wang Hao: As the head coach of the men's team, Wang Hao has achieved remarkable results in nurturing newcomers. Under his guidance, young players like Fan Zhendong and Wang Chuqin have quickly grown and shown strong potential. Wang Hao's coaching style emphasizes tactical innovation. At the 2022 Houston World Table Tennis Championships, the Chinese men's team defeated the German team with a decisive score of 3:0, fully demonstrating his coaching ability. Ma Lin: During his tenure as the head coach of the women's team, Ma Lin demonstrated outstanding management skills. Under his leadership, new generation female players such as Chen Meng and Sun Yingsha rapidly emerged, achieving generational…