Fan Zhendong's withdrawal from the world rankings has caused a stir in the table tennis community, making headlines and sparking discussions. It's a significant event, as he is considered a pillar of our national table tennis team, and his decision not to compete is unexpected. This decision by Fan Zhendong to step down from the world rankings has created waves within the table tennis world. With his departure, it seems increasingly unlikely that we will see him compete in international events in the future. It's ironic that despite being a world champion, Fan Zhendong had to make this choice due to certain rule restrictions. This is somewhat regrettable, considering he is in his prime with top-notch skills and abilities. Fan Zhendong's dominance on the international stage is undeniable, even Japan's Tomokazu Harimoto openly admitted to not being able to defeat him. Such candid statements in front of the media demonstrate the immense pressure Fan Zhendong exerts on his opponents. In the current Super League, Fan Zhendong is like a stabilizing force, causing even well-performing players like Koki Niwa to struggle against him. This clear gap in strength reflects his true dominance. On the international stage, Fan Zhendong was a formidable presence that intimidated many foreign association players. His sudden withdrawal is indeed a significant blow to our national team, especially with Ma Long also gradually retiring. We are now without our two mainstays. Ultimately, Fan Zhendong's withdrawal is closely tied to the rules set by the WTT, which can be quite inhumane for athletes, particularly young players with limited savings,…

Fan Zhendong's announcement to withdraw from the world rankings is undoubtedly a shockwave in the table tennis community. Imagine, this individual who has been firmly seated as the "ceiling" of the national table tennis team suddenly steps down—aren't we handing a knife to our opponents? It's not an exaggeration to say that this event has an impact on the Chinese national table tennis team, the international table tennis community, and even the entire competitive landscape, akin to an "earthquake." Firstly, let's talk about the mentality of foreign association players. To them, Fan Zhendong is an "insurmountable mountain." Especially Japan's Tomokazu Harimoto, his "fear" of Fan Zhendong is almost written all over his face, having publicly stated more than once that "he can't be beaten." Without Fan Zhendong as a formidable opponent, wouldn't foreign association players instantly relax? It's like when the top student doesn't participate in the college entrance examination; even if there are other outstanding students in the class, it's not as nerve-wracking anymore. Once the opponents regain their confidence, the pressure on the Chinese team will undoubtedly increase. Previously, "opponents only sought to win one game," but now it might turn into "opponents aiming for the championship." Looking at the internal situation of the national table tennis team, the pressure is entirely on their own shoulders. Fan Zhendong is not only a core member but also a stabilizing force. With such a "bug on the court" gone, other players must step up to carry the weight. However, talent at Fan Zhendong's level isn't something that can be cultivated…

After watching this match, my heart is still restless. This victory is not only a triumph but also a double breakthrough for Wang Chuqin in terms of strength and psychology. As a commentator who has been following table tennis for many years, I deeply understand the significance of this match for him. At first, I was worried that Wang Chuqin would be affected by his loss at the Paris Olympics, but unexpectedly, he gave us a pleasant surprise at the Fukuoka Finals. He scored an impressive 10-0 in the first game, which is quite rare among world-class players. Seeing his vigor, I knew that our "Big Head" was in excellent form today. I remember interviewing Wang Chuqin last year when he said that his biggest advantage was his good mentality. This is undoubtedly true; look at this match, where he played away from home, facing Zhang Ben Zhihe's home court advantage, yet he showed no signs of being intimidated. In just 40 minutes, he swept his opponent 4-0, allowing Zhang Ben Zhihe to score only 22 points, demonstrating a dominance that left everyone in awe. Honestly, Wang Chuqin has indeed faced a lot of doubts recently. After losing to Moregad at the Olympics, followed by a series of defeats, many people were asking, "Is this world number one a bit undeserved?" However, I believe that true champions are those who continuously prove themselves amidst doubts. His world ranking score of 8825 points did not come easily. The brilliance of this match lies not only in the score advantage. I noticed…

On December 27th, Beijing time, how regrettable is it that Fan Zhendong has withdrawn from the world rankings? Looking at the statements made by Tomokazu Harimoto and Timo Boll, you can understand the extent of the loss suffered by the Chinese national table tennis team. Fan Zhendong's sudden announcement that he will withdraw from the world rankings will be a huge loss and blow to the Chinese table tennis team, as there is currently no other player within the national team who possesses the same level of terrifying deterrence against foreign associations as Fan Zhendong does. His withdrawal from the world rankings means that he will not be able to participate in almost all international competitions going forward, as he has never played in qualifying rounds throughout his career. This leaves him with only domestic competitions such as the National Championships and National Games to compete in, where we may only see Fan Zhendong engage in internal battles. It might become increasingly difficult to witness him wearing the red of China and triumphing over foreign opponents. In reality, foreigners are extremely afraid of Fan Zhendong, which is evident from the statements made by Tomokazu Harimoto. After achieving success at the Paris Olympics, Harimoto returned home and immediately gave an interview. During this interview, he spoke candidly to Japanese media, saying, "To be honest, I don't think my abilities allow me to compete with Fan Zhendong to a scoreline of 3:4." The implication of Harimoto's words is clear; he sees no need to speak modestly or politely when addressing Japanese media.…

Sun Yingsha and Wang Yidi's draw results are really disappointing, but after seeing Zhang Benzhihe's position, my psychological balance was instantly restored. There are two groups of male and female players, each drawn into one half of the bracket. In other words, our hope of winning both the championship and runner-up has disappeared. Let's start with the women's doubles. Originally, in this event, Guoping (National Table Tennis Team) still had a significant advantage. Sun Yingsha and Wang Manyu's "Seafood Sisters" once dominated the women's doubles for a long time. Chen Meng and Wang Yidi's combination also won the women's doubles championship, and Wang Manyu and Chen Meng's Olympic combination were invincible. However, the current situation is that these three pairs have all disappeared due to various reasons. The highest-ranked doubles pair in Guoping is Chen Xingtong and Qian Tianyi, while the newly formed pair of Sun Yingsha and Wang Yidi ranks at the bottom among eight pairs. As soon as I see Sun Yingsha and Wang Yidi, I feel like complaining. I really don't understand the purpose and significance of this move. How can these two be the women's doubles partners for the Los Angeles Olympics? Back to the game, Sun Yingsha and Wang Yidi's first-round opponents are Sato Miu and Hashimoto Honoka, a double chopping pair with an extremely bizarre playing style. If we talk about singles, Shasha and Dadi can win no matter how they play, but in the doubles arena, it's hard to say what the outcome will be. Chen Xingtong and Qian Tianyi, this pair won…