Since the Li Tie case erupted like a thunderbolt in the Chinese sports world last year, an unprecedented anti-corruption storm has swept across the entire sports circle. Countless corrupt elements have been exposed and severely punished by law, from grassroots coaches to high-level leaders. Now, with the official arrest of Gou Zhongwen, the former director of the General Administration of Sport, this protracted anti-corruption struggle has finally reached a shocking conclusion.‌ As one of the highest leaders in the Chinese sports world, Gou Zhongwen was once seen as a beacon of hope for the development of the sports industry. However, over time, his true colors gradually emerged, causing shock and disbelief. During his tenure as director of the Sports General Administration, Gou Zhongwen not only failed to lead Chinese sports to new heights but also used his power to engage in a series of actions that hindered the development of the sports industry, especially in the field of table tennis, the national sport, where his actions aroused public outrage.‌ Looking back at history, we can easily see that before Gou Zhongwen took office, Cai Zhenhua was the sports director candidate who was highly anticipated. As a legendary figure in the table tennis world, Cai Zhenhua not only excelled in his playing skills but also led the Chinese table tennis team to achieve remarkable results on the international stage after his retirement with his outstanding leadership abilities. Under his leadership, the Chinese table tennis team produced wave after wave of top players such as Ma Long, Zhang Jike, and Ding Ning,…