Liu Guoliang Mourns the Loss of Another "Pillar" in Table Tennis, Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha Bid Farewell with Fondness Recently, the table tennis family has experienced a heart-wrenching moment with the quiet departure of another "pillar" who has made significant contributions to China's table tennis cause. This news has undoubtedly caused a great shock throughout the national table tennis community. Chairman Liu Guoliang of the National Table Tennis Association choked back tears several times at the farewell ceremony, deeply reminiscing about the veteran player. As representatives of the younger generation of national table tennis, Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha were also present with tears in their eyes, bidding a reluctant farewell to this former "pillar of stability." The term "pillar" not only refers to the immense contributions made by players on the court but also symbolizes a spirit. From the early days of Wang Liqin and Ma Lin to later generations like Zhang Jike and Ma Long, these names carry the glory and splendor of national table tennis. The loss of each "pillar" marks a significant loss in the history of national table tennis. This time, we bid farewell to a "veteran" who has been diligently serving within the national table tennis team for many years. He has stabilized the team in countless competitions and carried the banner of Chinese table tennis. Chairman Liu Guoliang emotionally said at the farewell ceremony, "He was the backbone of our national table tennis team. Whether on the court or during training, he set an example and became a role model for young…

In the new cycle, the leader of the national table tennis women's team, Sun Yingsha, has not been in good form, especially at the Asian Championships where she was defeated by Zhang Benmeihe and also experienced muscle reaction injury problems. After recovering from her injuries at the Fukuoka Finals, Sun Yingsha suffered a first-round exit in both the women's singles and doubles events. In the face of Sun Yingsha's unstable state, Wang Manyu stepped up to become the backbone of the national table tennis women's team, winning consecutive women's singles titles at the German Championship and Fukuoka Finals. Wang Manyu is a dark horse player in the Paris Olympic cycle, having beaten Sun Yingsha and Chen Meng multiple times to win the women's singles title. Wang Manyu's playing style is fierce, with a tough and powerful style, excellent physical fitness, and a wide coverage area on the court. Although Wang Manyu missed out on the women's singles ticket, she is still in her prime age in the new cycle. With Chen Meng retiring, Wang Manyu will continue to hold onto her position as a core player. From recent competitions, it can be seen that Ma Lin, the head coach of the national table tennis women's team, places great importance on Wang Manyu. After all, in the 2024 season, Sun Yingsha lost three foreign matches, against Mugek, Jin Qinying, and Zhang Benmeihe, while Wang Manyu only lost one foreign match, to Barat in the Saudi Grand Slam. Obviously, Wang Manyu's foreign match performance is more stable. However, the national table tennis…

Under the warm sunshine of Hainan, the winter training of the national table tennis team in 2025 is in full swing. On January 10th, frontline journalists brought exclusive reports, unveiling the mysterious veil of the national table tennis team's preparations. This is not only the first training session of the new year, but also an important step towards the Los Angeles Olympics, with a tense yet hopeful atmosphere on site. The national table tennis team has adopted a "two-front battle" strategy, which makes people marvel at the painstaking efforts of the coaching staff. Some young players represented by Qian Tianyi are participating in the World Table Tennis Association's Star Challenge in Doha, and will then move on to the regular challenge in Oman. Meanwhile, the main force corps represented by Sun Yingsha, Wang Chuqin, and Wang Manyu are stationed in Hainan, accumulating strength for the upcoming Singapore Grand Slam event. On the training ground, sweat shines under the sun. After a week of intensive training, the three main players have spoken up, revealing their confidence and expectations for the future in their words. Wang Chuqin, affectionately known as "Big Head" by fans, appears particularly calm. Under the careful guidance of two famous coaches, Wang Hao and Xiao Zhan, he is moving towards higher goals. In training, his eyes are firm, and every action exudes focus and strength. This reminds people of his impressive performance last year, and now he seems ready to go further, ready for more. And "Great Demon King" Sun Yingsha shows her usual calmness. She hopes to…

Before the match, who could have thought that Sun Yingsha would turn the tide from being suppressed to a successful comeback? If you think one match can witness such a thrilling reversal, you probably haven't seen this epic battle. To talk about the weight of this match, everyone knows how important Sun Yingsha's role is in the women's team final of the 2024 Ping Pong Super League. She represents Shenzhen University and shoulders the responsibility of giving the team a chance to compete for the championship. Yes, simply put, if Sun Yingsha doesn't win, Shenzhen University will basically say goodbye to their championship dreams. The scene is heart-wrenching just thinking about it. Before the game, she faced Wang Manyu, the ace player of Shandong Luneng, who is not an ordinary opponent but has quite strong abilities. The match started with Wang Manyu quickly taking the lead at 8-4, like a raging tiger. At that moment, Sun Yingsha faced immense pressure, which was undoubtedly a critical moment in the entire match. Can she turn things around? The spectators in the stands were probably so tense they could hear their own heartbeat. However, Sun Yingsha did not panic. She began to stabilize her mentality and gradually narrowed the point difference. Sun Yingsha managed to tie the score at 8-8. Wow, this is the performance of a top athlete! In the key moments, she fought hard, although she ultimately lost the set, her performance was absolutely impressive. Wang Manyu won the first set 9-11, taking the lead. In the second set, Wang Manyu…

In the fiercely competitive and tightly structured team of the national table tennis team, the relationship between coaches and players is subtle and complex. Taking Wang Manyu and her head coach Xu Hui as an example, some thought-provoking situations have emerged. Coach Xu Hui has not been seen alongside Wang Manyu at the sidelines for a long time, and this trend has become increasingly evident since the Paris Olympics. Although the national table tennis team has not explicitly stated that they have parted ways, the reality is that Wang Manyu's sideline guidance is no longer provided by Xu Hui, and her daily training is also taken care of by others. This is mainly because Xu Hui needs to lead the second team players for training and competitions outside. However, there may be deeper reasons behind this. "In the bustling world, all seek profit; in the crowded world, all pursue gain." The same applies in the sports field, where the allocation of resources, attention, and development opportunities often influence the direction of pairing between coaches and players. Looking back at the awarding moment of the Paris Olympics, it was a scene that could reveal a lot of information. When the champion players were immersed in the joy of victory, the presence of different coaches formed a stark contrast. After Sun Yingsha won the championship, she happily took photos with Coach Qiu Yike, which is a natural picture of the head coach and player sharing glory. However, Wang Manyu was surrounded by Ma Lin and others to celebrate, while her head coach…

In January 2025, Guo Bin, the husband of former world champion table tennis player Wang Nan, became a topic of discussion after a comment he made during a live stream. He was criticized by netizens for "riding on someone else's coattails," "seeking attention," and "exploiting" the popularity of champions. Guo Bin and Wang Nan are known for being protective and generous. After the 2024 Olympics, they even gifted Sun Yingsha a three-kilogram pure gold medal. However, in 2025, they became the subject of online criticism. Guo Bin's mention of Sun Yingsha in his live streams began in November 2024, shortly after she had withdrawn from WTT competitions due to injury and was recuperating. Despite this, her "big brother" Guo Bin frequently brought her up in his live streams. As the husband of former national table tennis player Wang Nan, Guo Bin has always maintained a good relationship with Ma Long, Sun Yingsha, and Wang Chuqin. After the Olympics, the couple even custom-made three-kilogram pure gold medals for the three athletes, which impressed many netizens. From that point on, Guo Bin often mentioned Sun Yingsha and Wang Chuqin during his live streams, sometimes reminiscing about interesting events or sharing videos of Sun Yingsha training. Initially, people enjoyed listening to his stories, but as he continued to mention Sun Yingsha in every live stream, it gradually aroused the doubts of many viewers. Around November 8, 2024, Guo Bin once again mentioned Sun Yingsha's name during a live stream and tried to cover up by saying he wasn't "riding on her coattails." However,…

Wang Nan, an Olympic champion in the table tennis world, and her husband Guo Bin's actions are highly regarded by table tennis fans. Recently, Wang Nan's husband Guo Bin mentioned Sun Yingsha during a live broadcast, saying: "I have benefited from her, but I don't rely on her. What does her popularity have to do with me? Why should I rely on her for anything?" This statement quickly attracted the attention and heated discussion of many fans. The truth behind the saying "Love me, love my dog" must be real. As an Olympic champion, Wang Nan is very passionate about table tennis. Even after retiring, she still pays close attention to the development of table tennis. The "Little Ball, Big Love Public Welfare Plan" has been held by Wang Nan since 2016, and she indeed cares a lot about the development of table tennis. Because Guo Bin loves Wang Nan, he supports all her decisions and participates in and supports table tennis activities together with Wang Nan. After the Tokyo Olympics, Wang Nan and her husband spent about 50 million yuan to buy a house for each Olympic champion and coach, totaling 9 houses. Before the 2024 Paris Olympics, Wang Nan and her husband stated that they would give 3 kilograms of gold to each athlete who wins the championship. After the Olympics, they gave away three pieces of 3-kilogram gold. The first mixed doubles champions in Chinese team history (Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha), Ma Long as the greatest player in table tennis history, also Ma Long's pursuit of…

Recently, Guo Bin, the husband of Olympic champion Wang Nan, discussed national table tennis player Sun Yingsha in a video live broadcast. Guo Bin denied benefiting from Sun Yingsha's fame, which has sparked heated discussions and attention from fans and media. As the husband of table tennis Olympic champion Wang Nan, Guo Bin is also a focus for fans. On one hand, Guo Bin fully supports Wang Nan's dedication to table tennis. On the other hand, Guo Bin is very supportive of the Chinese table tennis team! The annual Little Ball Big Love public welfare plan was launched by Wang Nan in 2016. For Wang Nan's actions, husband Guo Bin fully supports her. As for the Chinese table tennis team, the Wang Nan couple treats them like family. At the Tokyo Olympics, many athletes from the Chinese table tennis team won Olympic gold medals, and Wang Nan and Guo Bin rewarded each Olympic champion and coach with a house. A total of 9 houses were awarded, each worth about 5 million yuan. Just at the Tokyo Olympics, Guo Bin gave away nearly 50 million yuan. At the Paris Olympics, Guo Bin presented several key players of the national table tennis team with 9 kilograms of gold, valued at around 5 million yuan. For the main players of the national table tennis team, Guo Bin is really good. Recently in the live broadcast, it seems that some fans were saying that Guo Bin benefited from Sun Yingsha's fame! In the video, Guo Bin said, "I don't benefit from her at all,…

On January 9th, the WTT Star Challenge mixed doubles quarter-finals saw the Chinese national table tennis team's Huang Youzheng/Shi Xunyao face off against the Hong Kong pair of Wong Chun Ting/Du Kai Qin! Although Huang Youzheng and Shi Xunyao have performed well as a mixed doubles team, they had little chance of victory against the experienced and powerful Wong Chun Ting/Du Kai Qin, who were already well-known during Xu Xin/Liu Shiwen's mixed doubles partnership and even ranked as high as second in the world at one point. In the first game, despite Wong Chun Ting/Du Kai Qin's默契配合 and richer match experience, Huang Youzheng/Shi Xunyao entered the match state faster with a 7-4 lead at the start, taking the lead. Afterwards, Wong Chun Ting/Du Kai Qin made timely adjustments to try to close the score gap, bringing it to 7-9. Finally, Huang Youzheng/Shi Xunyao stabilized the situation, securing a game point at 10-7. Wong Chun Ting/Du Kai Qin successfully saved one game point, but Huang Youzheng/Shi Xunyao took the first game with an 11-8 score. In the second game, Huang Youzheng/Shi Xunyao continued their stable performance with a 6-3 lead at the start and an 8-6 lead! Wong Chun Ting/Du Kai Qin did not back down, scoring continuously to narrow the gap and catch up to 7-8. Huang Youzheng/Shi Xunyao reached a game point at 10-9, but Wong Chun Ting/Du Kai Qin equalized the score again. Ultimately, Wong Chun Ting/Du Kai Qin withstood the pressure, securing a game point at 11-10 and winning the game 12-10, evening the score to 1-1.…

In the current Chinese table tennis world, Wang Chuqin is undoubtedly one of the hottest new stars. Despite facing some controversy and doubts after Fan Zhendong withdrew from the world rankings, Wang Chuqin's popularity within the national team remains high. This popularity not only stems from his skills and looks but also has to do with the fan culture in table tennis, especially CP combinations. Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha have been rumored multiple times, but there are obvious differences between them in terms of dressing and values. Sun Yingsha defines Wang Chuqin on social media as just a partner and friend, so the rumors about the two may be more of fans' expectations. "The true friendship, like health, you won't realize its real value until you lose it." — This sentence might explain the relationship between Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha. In contrast, the rumors about Wang Chuqin and Chen Meng are more famous. Some media exposed photos that Chen Meng was suspected of celebrating Wang Chuqin's birthday, which further intensified fans' speculation about their relationship. More notably, Chen Meng's mother preemptively registered Wang Chuqin's English name "HOPE WANG" as a trademark, and Wang Chuqin did not file a complaint. Recently, Chen Meng's mother announced that her preemptive registration of the "HOPE WANG" trademark in four categories (clothing, shoes, hats, advertising sales, daily chemical products, and fitness equipment) has all been successfully registered. It is reported that the related products of "HOPE WANG" are currently in the design and production stage and are expected to be sold in 2025.…