Wei Jizhong: The Controversial Figure in Chinese Sports Wei Jizhong, often hailed as the "Father of China's Olympic Industry," has been a prominent figure in the sports world for decades. However, his recent actions have raised eyebrows and sparked controversy among fans and professionals alike. In 2001, when the Chinese women's volleyball team was experiencing an unprecedented low point, Chen Zhonghe took on the role of head coach. With extensive coaching experience, Chen led the team to victory at the Athens Olympics just three years later. Despite this remarkable achievement, Wei criticized Chen's conservative approach and suggested that he was not the right fit for the team. This criticism ultimately led to Chen's resignation, much to the dismay of many fans who believed in his abilities. Wei's influence extended beyond volleyball. In 2017, he played a role in the decision to remove Liu Guoliang from his position as the head coach of the national table tennis team. This move was met with resistance from the players, who protested by boycotting matches. Wei defended the decision, suggesting that it was time for Liu to step back and let the younger athletes take the lead. Despite these controversies, Wei's early contributions to Chinese sports cannot be overlooked. Born in 1936 in Shanghai, Wei developed a passion for volleyball from a young age. After excelling academically and athletically, he went on to hold various prestigious positions within the sports industry, including roles as the chairman of the International Volleyball Federation and the Asian Volleyball Confederation. He also played a significant part in China's…

In today's Chinese sports world, the national table tennis team undoubtedly stands as the most prominent presence. However, accompanying this prominence are controversies that have been brewing. As the ancient saying goes, "Blessings may hide misfortunes, and misfortunes may harbor blessings." The immense attention on the national table tennis team has brought glory but also spawned numerous troubles, particularly in the erosion caused by fan culture. Since Fan Zhendong's opposition to the WTT's overbearing clauses at the end of last year, the national table tennis team and WTT have been embroiled in a whirlpool of public opinion. Subsequent developments have further plunged the national table tennis team into the mire of fan culture chaos. On January 14th, the General Administration of Sport made it an urgent task to govern the chaos of fan culture, with the Chinese Table Tennis Association being the only association required to participate in the discussion. This fact undoubtedly sounded the alarm for the national table tennis team, making their situation particularly awkward when compared to the success of other associations in delineating boundaries between athletes and fans. Taking Wang Chuqin as an example, his situation within fan culture is simply out of control. Even when his calligraphy of the character "Fu" was ridiculed, his fans would go to great lengths to defend him, finding far-fetched reasons such as claiming it was modeled after Ouyang Xun's work. This irrational behavior of defending him is a typical characteristic of fan culture. Looking back at the Tokyo Olympic cycle, the phenomenon of fan culture in Chinese table tennis…

Recently, the well-known media personality He Xiaolong has been using various ways to satirize and mock the national table tennis team. This afternoon, he released new work again. This time, he issued ten table tennis IQ test questions, satirizing the hot topics in the fan circle of the national table tennis team. Nearly half of them are related to Sun Yingsha and Wang Chuqin, and the last one is the most shocking, which is actually about the topic of Liu Guoliang and Li Sun's involvement in gambling. The ten table tennis IQ test questions posted by He Xiaolong include: Sha Tou is a couple; 2. That racket was deliberately destroyed; 3. Sun Yingsha lost the women's singles final at the Olympics to protect the men's team; 4. Olympic triathlon is ox and horse; 5. Wang Chuqin can still keep his Xian Nongtan system after retirement; 6. If the referee does not make a decision, there is no blocking; 7. The table tennis circle is more transparent than the football circle; 8. The chaos in the fan circle is because their cheering is too loud; 9. Chinese table tennis cannot do without Liu Guoliang; 10. Kong Linghui and Zhang Jike like gambling, but Liu Guoliang and Li Sun do not gamble at all. From these ten questions, the answers are obviously negative, or they have been denied by He Xiaolong before. He Xiaolong uses this way to satirize some naive and low-level opinions around the national table tennis team. The first one, Sha Tou is a couple, although the national table…

Recently, the vacancy of the position of the director of the Table Tennis and Badminton Center has sparked numerous speculations and discussions. Liu Guoliang from the Table Tennis Association and Zhang Jun from the Badminton Association were originally considered potential successors due to their profound influence and professional management capabilities in their respective fields. However, the reality is much more complicated. Liu Guoliang is indeed facing many challenges at present. Famous journalists such as Du Liyan and He Xiaolong have exposed many events related to the national table tennis team, putting Liu Guoliang at the forefront of public opinion. As the saying goes: "When water is full, it overflows; when the moon is full, it wanes." This is also true in the sports world, where excessive exposure and questioning can lead to unexpected troubles. In particular, the doubts raised by famous journalist He Xiaolong, against the backdrop of the General Administration's efforts to rectify the fan culture, the badminton players have responded positively by disbanding their fan groups, while the table tennis team seems to have only slogans and lacks concrete follow-up actions. In contrast, the lagging response of the table tennis team to new requirements stands out even more. Moreover, He Xiaolong further exposed many matters between Liu Guoliang and WTT, and these incidents continue to pile up, causing Liu Guoliang's reputation to be damaged to a certain extent. At such a sensitive time, his image issues are likely to become a key factor hindering him from taking on the role of the director of the Table Tennis and…

Fan Zhendong's withdrawal from the world rankings has really been a source of concern for fans. Everyone is worried that he might not be able to participate in the next Los Angeles Olympics. After all, according to the rules of the world rankings, once a player withdraws, they basically say goodbye to national team competitions. Considering the selection rules of the previous Paris Olympics, where the top two singles players from each country's world ranking could automatically qualify for the Olympic singles event, Fan Zhendong's withdrawal seems to have given up many opportunities. However, just as fans were anxiously waiting, Liu Guoliang provided some reassurance in his latest interview. He said that although Fan Zhendong and Chen Meng have withdrawn from the world rankings, if necessary, they can still participate in competitions as wildcard players. This has reignited hope among fans, who now believe that Fan Zhendong still has a chance to compete in the Los Angeles Olympics. During a recent live broadcast event, Fan Zhendong also responded again to the question of whether he will participate in the next Los Angeles Olympics and announced two decisions regarding his future plans. During the live broadcast, the host directly asked Fan Zhendong, "Now that the last Paris Olympics are over, what are your plans for your career? Will you continue to participate in the Los Angeles Olympics?" Fan Zhendong's response was similar to before. He said that he had invested so much in this Paris Olympics that he was mentally and physically exhausted. Therefore, he now needs more time to think…

Due to his frequent posts mocking Wang Chuqin, especially for allegedly blocking serves, well-known media personality He Xiaolong has faced a lot of attacks. Today, he once again posted on social media, accusing someone in the national table tennis team of blocking serves and pointing out that Liu Guoliang is the one behind the scenes providing support, working diligently to fatten up the WTT. He Xiaolong questioned on the social platform, "Why can't we talk about blocking serves? It's already so obvious that foreign players are openly ridiculing it, yet we still can't talk about it?" He criticized some retired players who openly stood up and declared with their chests puffed out, "Absolutely no blocking," and "I just feel ashamed for our ancestors." He Xiaolong gave an example, likening it to the situation before the crackdown on organized crime in a certain city where criminal gangs were rampant and domineering. If you dared to be angry but not speak out, it was understandable, but if you pointed at the criminal gangs and said, "The police haven't arrested them, which means they are good people, and I support them." He Xiaolong repeatedly claimed that there are people in the national table tennis team who block serves, and he previously targeted Wang Chuqin multiple times. This time, he did not name anyone specifically, but stated, "The 2024 WTT final became a great disgrace for Chinese table tennis. For Chinese table tennis, losing is not the most shameful thing; the most shameful thing is resorting to any means for victory. It's a prestigious…

China's Table Tennis World Welcomes Major Changes!‌ Recently, news broke that Wang Liqin, a legendary figure who has won the men's singles title at the World Table Tennis Championships three times, has been officially appointed as the director of the Ping Pong and Badminton Center under the General Administration of Sport of China. This announcement quickly sparked widespread attention and discussion. As one of the leading figures in the "national sport," Wang Liqin's promotion is not only a personal transformation for a retired athlete but also possibly marks a profound adjustment in China's table tennis management system. What does this appointment by the General Administration of Sport signify? And why is Wang Liqin considered the best candidate for this position? Let's analyze the logic behind this "surprising change" from the perspective of ordinary viewers. Wang Liqin's Credentials and Capabilities: From Player to Manager, Is It Coincidence or Inevitability?‌ When it comes to Wang Liqin, many fans are familiar with him. His career has been glorious: three-time world champion in men's singles, with 17 world championship titles, which have left an indelible mark on the history of table tennis. However, Wang Liqin's story is not just about his glory on the court; more importantly, it's about his choices after retirement. Unlike Liu Guoliang, Kong Linghui, and others, Wang Liqin did not directly join the national team coaching staff after retiring. Instead, he chose to return to Shanghai and engage in local sports management work. From being the director of the Shanghai Ping Pong and Badminton Center to the director of the…

In the sports world, the national table tennis team has always been a prominent presence. However, it has recently become embroiled in a storm of public opinion. The aftermath of the Volleyball Management Center incident has not yet subsided, and the withdrawal of players such as Fan Zhendong, Ma Long, and Chen Meng has further complicated the situation. Liu Guoliang, the head of the national table tennis team, has also found himself at the center of public scrutiny, with many fans even calling for an investigation into the Table Tennis Association. Famous journalist He Xiaolong has played a significant role in exposing information throughout this series of events. Previously, Du Liyan reported on the head of the Henan Table Tennis Association, which was denied by the association, but this did not quell the incident. He Xiaolong then revealed that Sun Dong, the executive vice mayor of Xinxiang, Henan, was under investigation. During the 2023 Xinxiang WTT Championship, Sun Dong played a pivotal role, hosting the opening ceremony and participating in multiple press conferences as the highest-ranking local official present. Xinxiang's ability to host this event is largely attributed to the efforts of Sun Dong and Liu Guoliang. After all, Sun Dong was responsible for organizing the competition, and the fact that Xinxiang is Liu Guoliang's hometown is also considered a significant factor. "The one closest to the water gets the moon first," and from a common-sense perspective, this connection seems natural. However, with Sun Dong now under investigation, this undoubtedly casts a shadow over the entire event. Looking at the…

The International Table Tennis Federation has issued three statements, indicating that Liu Guoliang is considering recalling Fan Zhendong, Chen Meng, and Ma Long in hopes of their return to international competition to once again contend for world championships. Discussing the recent stance of the International Table Tennis Federation, it is clear that there is an intention to recall the three major champions of the national table tennis team. This includes super Grand Slam player Fan Zhendong, world-class athlete Ma Long, and Chen Meng, who has won two Olympic singles titles. The decision of three national table tennis players to withdraw from the world rankings has indeed been controversial. Now, the International Table Tennis Federation has posted articles for three consecutive days, not only praising the three players but also affirming their contributions to table tennis. In upcoming competitions, Liu Guoliang has made an important decision: he wants to retain Fan Zhendong, Ma Long, and Chen Meng, especially Fan Zhendong, who is only 27 years old. Logically speaking, he should have no problem participating in another Olympic Games. If Fan Zhendong teams up with Wang Chuqin and Lin Shidong, it is highly likely that the national team will be able to secure gold medals in the next Olympics. However, Wang Chuqin's state is still relatively unstable, and as a 19-year-old young mainstay, Lin Shidong still has a long way to go. Therefore, once Fan Zhendong returns to the men's team, it will provide greater assistance for future matches. Although Fan Zhendong has indeed made up his mind to retire, Liu Guoliang…

Recently, Li Quanqiang, the director of China's Volleyball Sports Management Center, was removed from his position. There are many rumors about his problems, mostly suggesting that he may have been negligent or had an authoritarian style in personnel management, but it is likely that there is more to it. The fact that he was thoroughly investigated by a working group suggests that there might be corruption involved; otherwise, mere laziness or incompetence would not lead to imprisonment. As for another national sport in China, table tennis, the situation with the Chinese Table Tennis Association (CTTA) seems even more direct and murky. Several top Chinese table tennis players recently withdrew from the world rankings, causing quite a stir. Naturally, as athletes, they would not easily give up their hard-earned high rankings. Their decision to withdraw must have been driven by their own difficulties. The reality is simple yet brutal: the players were forced to participate in a competition they did not value, and they were unwilling to serve as pawns for certain interest groups. Currently, Chinese players have a very tight schedule, and the WTT (World Table Tennis) competitions do not offer significant benefits. This is a commercial event where the rewards do not match the efforts, and players face hefty fines for missing events. Therefore, withdrawing from the ranking system has become their only way out. However, this also means that they will be unable to participate in any future international competitions due to the loss of ranking points, which could be seen as forcing them into early retirement during…