Big Surprise! 19-year-old Chinese Table Tennis Player Defeats Tomokazu Harimoto 4-2 to Win Championship, Guai Man Loses Gold with a Shutout A major surprise from the Mascot table tennis competition! The 19-year-old Chinese table tennis player Chen Yuanyu defeated Tomokazu Harimoto and won the gold medal, while world champion Guai Man suffered a 0-4 defeat at the hands of her teammate, missing out on the gold. This is the result of the WTT table tennis regular challenge singles final. The Chinese team won both the men's and women's singles titles, with the men's singles title being particularly hard-won and incredibly surprising. This is Chen Yuanyu's first regular challenge championship! After the men's singles semi-finals were announced, only Chen Yuanyu was left among the young Chinese players. It was expected that he would reach the final, but it was unexpected that he could defeat the top-ranked Tomokazu Harimoto and create his own miracle. In the match against Tomokazu Harimoto, with a bold and aggressive attitude, Chen Yuanyu remained true to himself and resolutely executed his pre-set tactics. He lost the first game 8-11, then turned it around with two 11-7 victories. After being tied by Tomokazu Harimoto at 3-11, Chen Yuanyu did not let the difficulties defeat him, but instead firmly believed in himself and fought point by point against Tomokazu Harimoto. In the fifth game, starting from the same line, Chen Yuanyu was not discouraged by the big score difference in the fourth game, and blasted out an 11-4 to take the lead again. In the sixth game, in the…

The Chinese table tennis team is currently preparing in full swing for the Los Angeles Olympic cycle. The key to what kind of results the Chinese table tennis team can achieve during the Los Angeles Olympics cycle depends on their performance on the field. It is hoped that the athletes of the Chinese table tennis team can stabilize and work hard to achieve their goals. Of course, during the Los Angeles Olympics cycle, the main opponent of the Chinese table tennis team is the Japanese team. In the men's team, Japan's Tomokazu Harimoto has become the top rival of the Chinese team. Harimoto has defeated the main players of the Chinese team many times. Therefore, facing such an opponent, the Chinese table tennis team cannot afford to be careless. Of course, for the Chinese table tennis team, a player like Harimoto is still very strong, and the Chinese team must cultivate younger players to compete against Harimoto. Currently, the Chinese table tennis team mainly relies on Wang Chuqin to carry the flag. Born in 2000, Wang Chuqin is the leader of the Chinese table tennis team. However, just as Wang Chuqin has not yet achieved his grand slam dream, it is unexpected that even younger players have begun to emerge in the Chinese team. Among the post-05s, the Chinese team has already produced a new trio of young players, who are very powerful. These three young players are Lin Shidong, Chen Yuanyu, and Huang Youzheng. As the new trio of post-05s, they have emerged, especially the 19-year-old Chen Yuanyu, who…

Latest World Rankings: Wang Chuqin First, Lin Shidong Second, China Team Occupies 4 Seats in Top 10, Tomokazu Harimoto Third January 22nd, Beijing time, following the successful conclusion of the 2025 WTT Regular Challenge Mascot Station, the International Table Tennis Federation's 2025 Week 4 world rankings have been released with great enthusiasm. In men's singles, the Chinese team occupies four seats in the top 10, with Wang Chuqin and Lin Shidong ranking first and second in the world.‌ The 2025 Week 4 world rankings of the International Table Tennis Federation are based on the 2025 WTT Regular Challenge Mascot Station. The recently concluded Mascot Station was the second competition for the Chinese table tennis team in the new year, with second-line players such as Chen Yuanyu, Xiang Peng, and Huang Youzheng participating. The Japanese team sent main players such as Tomokazu Harimoto, Kakeru Matsumoto, and Daiki Yoshimura to participate. Among them, Tomokazu Harimoto is the No. 1 seed in the men's singles event and the biggest favorite to win the championship. It is very difficult for the Chinese team, which has a second-line lineup, to win the championship. However, their performance was unexpected. The 19-year-old sensation Chen Yuanyu not only reached the men's singles final but also defeated Tomokazu Harimoto 4-2 in the final to win the championship. After the Mascot Station, the 2025 Week 4 world rankings of the International Table Tennis Federation were released with great enthusiasm. In men's singles, the Chinese team occupies four seats in the top 10, with Wang Chuqin and Lin Shidong ranking first…

Can you imagine? Sun Yingsha, who has won so many championships and is battle-hardened, is actually playing in the Asian Cup for the first time. The list for the 2025 Asian Cup has been released, with Sun Yingsha leading the charge. Normally, it's no surprise to see Sun Yingsha on the list; her strength speaks for itself, and her influence is huge, ensuring ticket sales. Hosts everywhere hope that Sun Yingsha will participate. Let's give new fans a brief introduction to the Asian Cup event. In football and basketball, the Asian Championship and the Asian Cup are basically the same thing, but in table tennis, the Asian Championship is separate from the Asian Cup, which is completely different. The Asian Cup was originally one of the most important events in Asian table tennis, distinct from the Asian Championship in that it only features men's and women's singles. The Asian Cup has had a tough journey since its inception in Wuxi, China in 1983, held annually but repeatedly suspended due to various reasons. The last time the Asian Cup was held was in 2022, with the men's and women's singles champions being Tomokazu Harimoto and Wang Yidi, respectively. In the following years of 2023 and 2024, the Asian Cup was once again put on hold until it resumed in 2025, this time in Shenzhen, with the number of participants increasing from 20 to 32 for both men and women. You'll notice that the national team has sent 12 players each for men and women, and other associations, including Japan, have also…

Recently, a few seemingly casual remarks made by Zhang Jike during a live broadcast have caused a stir in the table tennis community. He mentioned that from the era of Wang Liqin to his own generation, and then to Fan Zhendong becoming the main player, Hao Shuai was always the sparring partner. However, later on, even Fan Zhendong couldn't defeat Hao Shuai anymore, so he stopped being the sparring partner. Behind these words, how many untold stories are hidden? The Changing Winds of the National Table Tennis Team In the quiet training hall at night, the sound of racket swings is crisp and loud. Under the lights, a figure repeats the same action over and over again. This is Hao Shuai, the most mysterious sparring partner of the national table tennis team. The players he has sparred with range from Wang Liqin to Zhang Jike, and then to Fan Zhendong, spanning three generations. The Bittersweet Glory of Being a Sparring Partner On the training ground, the main players shine brightly, while the sparring partners are like stars, silently shining but equally brilliant. Hao Shuai is such a bright star. Starting from the era of Wang Liqin, he stood by the court, ready to step in for sparring at any time. Back then, he was young and energetic, with exquisite skills, yet willing to be a stepping stone for others. The stories on the training ground are always touching. Sometimes Hao Shuai would continuously spar for hours without complaint, even when sweat soaked through his shirt. More surprisingly, he could adapt…

A 19-year-old prodigy has emerged in the world of table tennis, causing a stir with his impressive victories at the French Table Tennis Championships. First, he swept Chinese player Lin Shidong 4-0, and then went on to defeat Japan's Tomokazu Harimoto 4-1 in the finals, quickly transforming from a young contender to a new star in the sport, drawing significant attention. As a 19-year-old French player, the rise of this young talent has undoubtedly added suspense to the world of table tennis and put unprecedented pressure on Team China. Speaking of his performance, it is truly impressive. For such a young player, he has displayed a competitive state and psychological quality that surpasses our expectations for a 19-year-old. In the semi-finals against Lin Shidong, he hardly gave his opponent any chance. In that match, his serving, receiving, and transitions between offense and defense were executed with remarkable precision. Despite Lin Shidong's attempts to adjust his state, he could not find a breakthrough, and the final score of 0-4 left the audience somewhat disbelieving. In the following final against Tomokazu Harimoto, although Harimoto had certain technical advantages, especially in speed and spin, the young player was clearly well-prepared. That 4-1 victory was not only a triumph of technique but also a complete psychological victory. Every time he faced Harimoto's attacks, he could counter effectively at critical moments and remained calm when leading in points, demonstrating the composure he possesses as a young player. From the competition process, the young player's techniques are very comprehensive, especially his rapid offense, which exerted great…

In the dazzling landscape of global sports, table tennis competitions have always been a fiery battleground where passion and skill intertwine. Each time an event begins, it ignites a thrilling competitive storm that stirs the hearts of spectators. The 2025 WTT Doha Star Challenge has begun, instantly filling the venue with a fervent atmosphere, and the enthusiasm of the fans is also ignited. Firstly, focusing on the women's singles arena, it is like a gathering of top players, where elite table tennis players from various countries harbor dreams of winning championships and file onto the small court one after another. This time, the national team sent a luxurious lineup, firmly occupying 5 seats in the quarter-finals, fully demonstrating the profound foundation of a champion team. Who could have expected that the course of the game would be as unpredictable as the changing weather, with none of the top four seeded players making it into the semi-finals, stunning many fans with wide eyes. Even more surprisingly, all of the top eight seeds were eliminated, a plot twist more gripping than the most exciting suspense drama. Amidst this chaos, two dark horses emerged from the Japanese team: Miu Kihara and Miyuu Kihara. They were already good partners with excellent doubles coordination, having shone brightly on the doubles stage in the past. This time, they turned to the singles arena, where their strength was equally formidable. Especially Miyuu Kihara, as the only player to break through the encirclement among the top 16 seeds, her performance was particularly eye-catching. On the Chinese side, although…

In the recently concluded WTT Muscat regular tournament, 19-year-old rookie Chen Yuanyu represented the national table tennis team and advanced to the men's singles semifinals alone, eventually winning the championship unexpectedly, which sparked heated discussions among fans. It is worth noting that Chen Yuanyu's experience in this competition can be described as a male protagonist plot in a refreshing novel, not only did he go all the way to the end, but he also defeated all the strong opponents who eliminated his national table tennis teammates in the men's singles, including Ochaglof, Guo Guanhong, and Zhang Benzhihe. Many fans couldn't help but exclaim: young athletes must have this kind of fighting spirit and ruthlessness! Let's take a look back at Chen Yuanyu's journey full of surprises! A total of four athletes from the national table tennis team participated in the men's singles event in this competition, among which Xu Yingbin, known as the "Giant Killer" (who once defeated Ma Long, Xu Xin, Fan Zhendong, Wang Chuqin, Liang Jingkun, Lin Gaoyuan, Lin Shidong, Zhang Benzhihe, and the Lubrun brothers), lost in the first round, losing 0-3 without winning a single game against German world champion Ochaglof, only reaching the position of the top 32. However, Ochaglof didn't enjoy his victory for long. After eliminating Xu Yingbin and advancing, he met the hotly contested Chen Yuanyu. The two sides fought fiercely for 4 sets to determine the winner, with the national table tennis youngster laughing last with a 3-1 victory, thus advancing smoothly to the quarterfinals. In the round of 16, Xiang…

The Chinese table tennis team has just concluded the Mascot Star Challenge, leaving a deep impression on everyone. In this competition, the Chinese team won both the men's and women's singles championships. Notably, in the men's singles, the young Chinese player Chen Yuanyu, aged 19, fearlessly faced strong opponents and ultimately defeated Tomokazu Harimoto 4-2 in the final to claim the title. In the new Olympic cycle, Harimoto has become the main competitor for the Chinese table tennis team. Therefore, the primary task for the Chinese team in this new Olympic cycle is to cultivate young players, hoping that they can quickly grow and counter Harimoto. Currently, Chen Yuanyu has shown great skill in dealing with Harimoto, but another player, Lin Shidong, seems unable to handle Harimoto. Lin Shidong has faced Harimoto five times in his career, losing four times. His only victory was a narrow 3-2 win. Each time Harimoto plays against Lin Shidong, he manages to dominate the court, leaving Lin Shidong with few opportunities. Some netizens believe that based on Lin Shidong's current performance, it is difficult for him to carry the flag for men's singles. Having lost four out of five matches to Harimoto, Lin Shidong's record is indeed awkward, leading many to think he cannot carry the flag. However, Lin Shidong is very young, and there are still opportunities for him to prove himself in future competitions. Fans will cheer for Lin Shidong, believing that this talented youngster can grow and succeed. During the Mascot Star Challenge, Chen Yuanyu set a good example for Lin…

The WTT Mascot Regular Challenge in Muscat has concluded, with the Chinese national table tennis team delivering a solid performance. The highlight of the event was Chen Yuanyu's victory over Japan's top male player, Zhang Benzhihe, with a score of 4-2. Despite Chen's recent good form, the gap between him and Zhang, the top player of the Japanese men's team, is still quite noticeable. However, Chen showed no fear when facing Zhang, even after losing the first game. He managed to win the second and third games with scores of 11-7, taking a 2-1 lead. Zhang then made a comeback, winning the fourth game with a score of 11-3 to level the match at 2-2. Ultimately, Chen clinched victory in the fifth and sixth games with scores of 11-4 and 12-10, securing the championship with a final score of 4-2. Although Chen emerged victorious against Zhang and won the championship, he only received a prize of $4,737.5, which is approximately 34,700 yuan. At first glance, this seems like a substantial amount, as he earned over 30,000 yuan from just a few matches. However, upon closer examination, it becomes clear that this is not the case. To win the men's singles title, Chen had to participate in at least five matches, including a final against a heavyweight opponent like Zhang Benzhihe. For comparison, Zheng Qinwen earned over 900,000 yuan for winning her first-round match at the Australian Open, which is 26 times more than what Chen received. Moreover, while Chen won the men's singles title, Zheng was eliminated in the second…