The Chinese badminton team is actively preparing for the Los Angeles Olympic cycle competitions. During this cycle, the main task for the Chinese badminton team is to challenge for gold medals at the Olympics. Currently, it appears that the men's singles event is relatively weak for the Chinese team as we lack athletes capable of competing with top international players. Among the male singles players in the Chinese badminton team, one athlete has garnered significant attention: 26-year-old national badminton star Lei Lanxi. Lei Lanxi, who once defeated Viktor Axelsen, was highly anticipated by fans. It was believed that he could make remarkable contributions to Chinese badminton in this competition. However, Lei Lanxi's performance was disappointing, and he was eliminated from the Malaysia Badminton Open. In the first round of the 2025 Malaysia Badminton Open men's singles held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Chinese player Lei Lanxi lost 1-2 to Japanese player Yushi Tanaka, failing to advance. The 26-year-old national badminton star Lei Lanxi was in poor form during this match, leading to an unexpected early exit. With a 1-2 upset in the first round, the 26-year-old national badminton star's low spirits raise questions about how he can become a leader in the future? Seeing that the 26-year-old national badminton star did not showcase his best, some netizens expressed doubts about how he could become a leader in the future. Initially, high hopes were placed on Lei Lanxi, believing he had the potential to become the leader of the Chinese badminton team. However, it now appears that there is a clear gap,…

Two young players under the age of 25 have taken up the mantle of leading the offensive charge for the Jiangsu women's volleyball team, a sight that evokes both joy and some melancholy. The joy comes from the fact that there are successors, giving new hope for the future of Chinese volleyball; the melancholy stems from the reality that a former Olympic champion now sits on the bench, watching her once-held position be taken by newcomers. So what exactly is going on? Let's take a look together. Wu Mengjie and Tang Xin, these two names are increasingly appearing in Jiangsu women's volleyball matches. Wu Mengjie, 22 years old, tall and long-limbed, with powerful spikes, is another outstanding spiker to emerge from the Chinese women's volleyball team in recent years. Tang Xin, only 20 years old, though not particularly tall at 184cm for a spiker, possesses astonishing jumping power and explosive force, like a small cannon, brimming with vitality on the court. In the match against Fujian women's volleyball, they combined for 42 points, becoming the key to Jiangsu women's volleyball victory. Tang Xin, in particular, has repeatedly outperformed Wu Mengjie with her excellent performance, becoming the team's top scorer. Tang Xin's playing style is very distinctive. Unlike other tall spikers who mainly rely on height and strength to overpower opponents, she focuses more on technique and speed. Her spike trajectories are varied and unpredictable, often catching opponents off guard. She jumps quickly and strikes decisively, like a nimble little leopard, constantly running and leaping on the court, exerting immense pressure…

In the world of national table tennis, recently He Xiaolong has put forward some eye-catching viewpoints, like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, stirring up ripples. Liu Guoliang's plan for the Paris Olympic cycle focused on Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha, the "Sha Tou" duo, aiming to make them Olympic triple gold winners and a box office guarantee for WTT. It's like meticulously crafting a superstar pair, hoping they will shine like stars illuminating the entire court. However, regarding the abilities and achievements of the "Sha Tou" duo, He Xiaolong has put forth a different perspective. He compared the "Sha Tou" duo with legendary players in table tennis history like Deng Yaping and Zhang Yining, saying they are not yet qualified. He also compared their achievements in winning team and mixed doubles titles at the Olympics with Ni Xia Lian, as if comparing a sapling growing in fertile soil with a small grass tenaciously growing in a corner. The "Sha Tou" duo has undoubtedly achieved good results, but compared with their predecessors, there seems to be a gap in terms of depth and comprehensiveness, just like a small lotus bud that has yet to match the vastness of great achievements. Sun Yingsha's loss in the women's singles final at the Paris Olympics has also received much attention. He Xiaolong believes that part of the reason is over-marketing leading to excessive self-confidence. It's like a person being praised too high, forgetting the path beneath their feet, and ultimately stumbling at a critical moment. As for Fan Zhendong and Wang Manyu,…

Recently, the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) announced the latest world rankings. Although Ma Long, Fan Zhendong, and Chen Meng have withdrawn from the world rankings, which has had some impact on the national table tennis team (Guo Ping), Guo Ping is still the main theme in the top ten men's singles and women's singles world rankings. However, compared to previous world rankings, there are three fewer Guo Ping players in the top ten. In the men's singles, Guo Ping players Wang Chuqin and Lin Shidong are ranked first and second, Liang Jingkun is ranked fifth, and Lin Gaoyuan is ranked ninth. Xiang Peng is ranked 22nd, and Zhou Qihao is ranked 36th. In the women's singles, Guo Ping players Sun Yingsha, Wang Manyu, Wang Yidi, and Chen Xintong occupy the top four spots, with Qian Tianyi ranked 11th, He Zhuojia ranked 35th, Fan Siqu ranked 36th, Chen Yi ranked 39th, Shi Xunyao ranked 40th, and Kuai Man ranked 44th. Although the singles rankings of the Guo Ping men's and women's teams have not been significantly affected, careful fans have noticed that Guo Ping has lost its number one spot in women's doubles! According to the latest world rankings, the South Korean pair of Tian Zhixi/Shen Yubin has successfully topped the charts, firmly occupying the world's first place, while the Japanese pair of Daito Masaaki/Sakura Oshima temporarily ranks second, and the Chinese pair of Qian Tianyi/Chen Xintong ranks third in the world. Prior to this, the Guo Ping pair of Chen Meng/Wang Manyu had always been ranked first in women's…

Do you think it's courage or an adventure? Zhang Jike, known as the "rising star of Japanese table tennis," recently made a jaw-dropping decision: he announced that he will not participate in the mixed doubles event at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics but instead focus entirely on the men's singles competition. To many, this choice may seem like betting on an uncertain future, but in Zhang's eyes, it is a bold attempt to reduce physical exertion and psychological pressure, aiming solely for a breakthrough in the men's singles. Looking back, Zhang Jike's name is well-known. He partnered with Ito Mima in the Tokyo Olympics, achieving a silver medal in the mixed doubles with remarkable teamwork, marking a historic breakthrough for Japanese table tennis history. However, what many might not know is that this silver medal brought him not only glory but also immense psychological burden. After the games, Japanese media and fans regarded him as the future "pillar" of the Japanese team, placing high hopes on Zhang Jike, which also weighed heavily on him, making it hard for him to breathe under the weight of these expectations. After the Tokyo Olympics, Zhang's state in competitions fluctuated frequently, earning him the label of "lacking in mental fortitude." In the Paris Olympics, he failed to achieve outstanding results, drawing much criticism. Was it due to insufficient strength or divided attention? Amidst the criticism, Zhang chose to calm down and reflect—perhaps he needed to let go of other distractions and focus on the men's singles to rediscover his original passion and motivation. This…

At the beginning of the new year, He Kexin, a legendary figure in the gymnastics world, once again became the focus of attention. This "Princess of Uneven Bars," who won the double crown at the Beijing Olympics, announced an exciting message on social media - she is about to become a mother.This news not only added festive colors to her birthday but also marked the official opening of a new chapter in her personal life.He Kexin shared a video, looking back on her journey from an ordinary family girl to becoming an Olympic champion, and frankly admitted that all this was achieved through tireless efforts.Despite the intense training that left her body covered with scars, she never regretted her choice.He Kexin's career is full of glory and challenges.The 2008 Beijing Olympics was the pinnacle moment of her career. At the age of only 16, she won gold medals in both the women's team and uneven bars events, becoming the focus of public attention.However, after failing to win the all-around event during the London Olympics cycle, she chose to retire.After retiring, He Kexin did not stay away from the sports world but chose to continue her education, entering Beijing Normal University for study and eventually staying on as a teacher.This experience transformed her from an athlete to an educator, achieving another transformation in her life.He Kexin's love story is equally warm and touching.She met her husband Guo Hang on the campus of Beijing Normal University, and they came together because of their shared interests.On the day of the proposal, Guo Hang…

In the cold winter season, the flames of the Doha Star Challenge are about to ignite. For Qian Tianyi, who is at a critical juncture in her career, this match is not only the first battle of the new year but also an important opportunity to prove herself. When most of the national table tennis team's main players are busy with winter training in Hainan, this seemingly ordinary international event may become an important turning point for the new generation of national table tennis players. At the beginning of the 2025 season, the WTT Doha Star Challenge chose a special time node. The schedule from January 8th to 11th coincides with the key period of the Chinese national team's winter training in Hainan. This overlap in time forced the national table tennis team to make a balance in their selection of participants. The final list of participants shows that many main players, including Sun Yingsha, Wang Manyu, Wang Yidi, and Chen Xingtong, have chosen to continue their training on the field. Among the top ten ranked players in the world, except for China's main players, Ito Mima from Japan has also chosen to be absent. In the list of the top twenty in the world, famous players such as Polkarnova, Diaz, Tian Zhixi, and Yuan Jia-nan did not participate either. This situation seems to reduce the competitive quality of the game, but for the aspiring new generation of players, it creates a rare opportunity instead. Qian Tianyi's situation is particularly noteworthy. As the current world No. 11 player, she is…

Translation of the article content into English: This is a relatively idealized training roster! The Los Angeles Olympic cycle marks a period for the Chinese women's volleyball team to carry forward the past and open up a new era. The Rio cycle's tactic system dominated by strong attacks will come to an end after the Los Angeles Olympics. Even Li Yingying will face retirement. From Li Yingying onwards, until the 08-09 age group, there are no outstanding main attackers in the Chinese women's volleyball team exceeding 190 cm! Wu Mengjie, Li Chenxuan, Dong Yuhang, Huang Yuexin, and others are all around 189 cm. Although height is not the only criterion, it is the most basic data. Without height, adjusting strong attacks can indeed be quite challenging. Therefore, the Chinese women's volleyball team must change its tactical system, which is what was mentioned at the beginning as opening up a new era. After the new century, the Chinese women's volleyball team has experienced two periods of glory. Xu Li had a keen eye for talent and appointed Chen Zhonghe. Pan Zhichen made three visits to ask Lang Ping to return, both of them were leaders with great courage. If the current Chinese women's volleyball team wants to achieve further glory, it first needs such a leader. In fact, the Chinese women's volleyball team has never lacked excellent players. Zhu Ting is a once-in-a-decade talent; without a super-strong attacker like Zhu Ting, there are Zhou Suohong, Feng Kun, Zhang Ping, Zhang Na, and others, the golden generation of women's volleyball can still…

Recently, the table tennis world has been in an uproar! Big names like Fan Zhendong, Ma Long, and Chen Meng, who are hot favorites for the grand slam titles, have collectively decided to give up their world rankings due to new regulations from the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF). This unprecedented move in the international table tennis arena has left many fans both regretful and puzzled: why are these top athletes willing to relinquish their hard-earned world rankings? Is this a painful transition from rule "revolution," or is it a complete disaster? With the introduction of the new rules and the protests from top athletes, the table tennis world seems to be facing a storm. In fact, these top athletes are busy dropping their rankings not because their competitive form has declined, but because of the "high load" imposed by the new rules. The ITTF requires players to participate in more matches throughout the year; otherwise, they will face fines or even harsher penalties. At first glance, this seems somewhat akin to a "996" schedule, which the players' bodies cannot endure! For Fan Zhendong, this "withdrawal from ranking" was also a helpless move, but it did not affect his outstanding performance on the court. At the Paris Olympics, Fan Zhendong sealed his legend with a series of remarkable performances. He first defeated Japanese star Tomokazu Harimoto with lightning speed and then overcame Swedish rising star Truls Moregard in the final, breaking through layers of obstacles to successfully win the Olympic singles championship. Moreover, this victory made him a historic figure…

The strength of China's women's volleyball team is unquestionable, ranking among the world's top. Besides their skills, the beauty of the female volleyball players has also been a topic of discussion among fans. Today, let's take a look at these "top beauties" as described by the fans. Zhang Changning was born in 1995 and started playing volleyball at the age of 10. With her strong abilities, she became a member of the national beach volleyball team in 2009. Her impressive height and powerful attacks made her the main attacker for the team, but that didn't mean her defense was weak. In March 2014, she was selected for the national women's volleyball training list due to her outstanding performance and later played an important role in the national team. 2016 was a year of great harvest for her. She received the title of international athlete from the General Administration of Sports and helped the team win the gold medal at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics, becoming the most valuable player in the women's volleyball league. Besides her excellent playing skills, Zhang Changning was also praised for her looks. Her tall stature gave her a pair of long legs that men found attractive, and her cool and elegant temperament made her a real queen. On July 30, 2022, Zhang Changning married Chinese professional basketball player Wu Guanxi. Wei Qiuyue was born in Tianjin in September 1988. Because of her height, she was sent to the Tianjin Children's Sports School Volleyball Preparatory Class for training at the age of 5. With her…