The Chinese men's table tennis team has advanced to the semi-finals of the Asian Championships with a 3-1 victory over Iran! This victory has cleared a significant obstacle for China's chances of winning the championship, as South Korea also defeated Japan by the same score. The match was full of ups and downs, keeping fans on the edge of their seats. Wang Chuqin, starting the first match, surprisingly lost 2-3 to Iranian player Alamiyang, causing concern among fans fearing an unexpected defeat for China. However, our young players are not to be underestimated! Liang Jinkun took the court next and won 3-1, evening the score. His energetic playstyle, reminiscent of a dance on the table, left his opponent Hodai disoriented. A netizen couldn't help but exclaim, "Liang Jinkun's game is simply amazing!" Watching him move left and right on the court is like watching ballet, graceful yet fierce. This is the future of Chinese table tennis, where the youth bring vigor! In the doubles match, Wang Chuqin and Lin Shidong, the golden pair, displayed perfect chemistry. Their seamless cooperation made them seem like Siamese twins, trading shots and leaving the Iranian pair lost. They won 3-1, bringing the overall score to 2-1. In the fourth match, Wang Chuqin returned to redeem himself. Determined not to give Alamiyang another chance, he attacked from both sides of the table, unleashing fast serves that sliced through the air and delicate lifts that skimmed the surface. He won 3-1, securing the victory for China. Excited netizens said, "Wang Chuqin is incredible! Not discouraged by…

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…

Recently, keen fans discovered that Zhang Jike, the former national table tennis Grand Slam champion, no longer has any existing enterprises under his name, and his only studio has changed from being in operation to being cancelled! The news of all the companies under Zhang Jike's name being cancelled has sparked intense discussions among domestic fans. Once upon a time, Zhang Jike had various advertising endorsements and commercial collaborations pouring in. Nowadays, Zhang Jike's commercial empire is no longer what it used to be, and his only studio has also been officially cancelled. It is understood that Ningbo Haishu Giant Star Yang Cultural Creative Studio was established in April 2024, which is less than a year from now. It is worth noting that before this, Beijing Feiao World Trade Co., Ltd., in which Zhang Jike held a 35% stake, was also cancelled in July 2024. However, although all the companies and studios under Zhang Jike's name have been cancelled, it has not had much impact on him personally! Nowadays, Zhang Jike has officially returned and transformed into a coach, with income mainly coming from live streaming sales and offline teaching. It is understood that Zhang Jike sells table tennis courses on short video social platforms, which directly exploded in sales, earning 1.7 million yuan in less than half a month. Although this income is far less than what Zhang Jike earned at the peak of his career, compared to ordinary people, it is already an exaggerated existence. Although Zhang Jike has achieved success in live streaming sales, he has also…

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…

According to the views of Beijing Sports and other media outlets, Wang Chuqin is expected to carry the flag for the men's singles table tennis event at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. It seems as though, in their eyes, aside from Wang Chuqin, there is no one else in the current male table tennis scene capable of standing on their own. However, looking at the specific situation, Wang Chuqin has lost the most crucial element for contending the men's singles championship. Do you remember the match where Fan Zhendong made a comeback against Tomokazu Harimoto? The first game ended with a score of 2-11, the second with 9-11, and although he managed to level the score to 2-2 in the following games, he lost the fifth game with a score of 4-11. Despite receiving brief guidance and stabilizing his performance to drag the match into a decisive game with an 11-7 victory, everyone knew that Fan Zhendong had reached the point of physical and mental exhaustion. His eyes gradually transformed into a sharp, wolf-like gaze, and he ultimately succeeded in reversing the situation with powerful offensive momentum and calmness in critical moments, advancing to the semi-finals. Therefore, those who can go all the way in singles must possess both mentality and strength. On the other hand, what people discuss the most about Wang Chuqin now, and what he is most criticized for, is undoubtedly the issue of the Olympic 32nd place. Although it is known that his usual racket was stepped on and broken, this is not unprecedented. Just like…

In the sports world, an athlete's success is not only reflected on the field but also in their collaborations with brands. A recent example is Anta's announcement that Fan Zhendong would become their personal endorser just before the Paris Olympics. After Fan Zhendong won the men's singles championship, Anta's brand image received a significant boost. At the same time, Li Ning, as the team sponsor for the Chinese table tennis team, provides equipment for multiple players, including Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha. However, by comparing the promotional photos released by both sides, we can clearly feel the difference between individual endorsements (personal representation) and team endorsements (team representation). Anta and Fan Zhendong: The Charm of Personal Endorsements When Anta decided to sign Fan Zhendong, they obviously invested a lot of resources to ensure that this collaboration could achieve the best results. Whether it's the design of the clothing or the shooting of the promotional photos, there is a sense of professionalism and meticulous attention to detail. Fan Zhendong's photos show him wearing well-designed competition suits that not only conform to the characteristics of table tennis but also have appropriate color matching, highlighting Fan Zhendong's temperament while enhancing the brand image. Such efforts make each newly released photo cause a strong response from fans, enhancing the brand's market influence. Li Ning and the National Table Tennis Team: The Limitations of Team Endorsements In contrast, although Li Ning is the official sponsor of the national team and is undoubtedly superior in technology and quality, it seems to lack some personalized considerations when…

The Chinese table tennis team is currently actively preparing for the Los Angeles Olympic cycle competitions. During this cycle, the Chinese team has a great chance to achieve good results. However, in the men's singles event, Wang Chuqin and Lin Shidong from China are receiving much attention. Everyone hopes that these two excellent players can bring surprises to fans in Los Angeles. During the Los Angeles Olympic cycle, both Wang Chuqin and Lin Shidong faced challenges. After the Olympics, they each lost a match that was quite disappointing. Lin Shidong suffered a 0:4 defeat at the hands of France's Xiaolei Lun in the French Championship, failing to reach the final. This caused a stir at the time and put a lot of pressure on Lin Shidong. This loss was very helpless for Lin Shidong. If he had won, it would have certainly boosted his confidence. However, not only did Lin Shidong lose, but he lost with a score of 0:4. This shows that the 19-year-old prodigy Lin Shidong does not have absolute strength. Besides Lin Shidong's loss, Wang Chuqin also lost a match he shouldn't have. Wang Chuqin lost to a Swedish player, suffering a 0:3 defeat. A 0:4 and a 0:3, these two losses left Lin Shidong and Wang Chuqin with regrets and burdened them with a significant weight. Now, everyone suddenly realizes that the pressure in the Los Angeles cycle is considerable, not as easy as previously thought. Of course, for Lin Shidong and Wang Chuqin, this cycle has just begun. They will go all out to move…

Recently, the Chinese table tennis team announced the Asian Cup entry list. As expected, the men's team core Fan Zhendong and women's singles top player Chen Meng were not selected. The omission of the two quickly triggered widespread attention from fans and media, with many fans worried that Fan Zhendong may find it difficult to participate in the upcoming Los Angeles Olympics. After in-depth analysis, this view is not groundless but based on the multiple challenges Fan Zhendong currently faces and the inevitable trend of new and old alternation in the table tennis world. The 27-year-old Fan Zhendong, as one of the top players in today's table tennis world, has unquestionable strength and is at his peak. Looking back at last year's Paris Olympics, Fan Zhendong, under the huge pressure of poor form and Wang Chuqin's early exit, won the men's singles gold medal with outstanding performance and tenacious mental quality, achieving the glorious feat of a grand slam. This feat demonstrated Little Fatty's superb level in technology and tactics and proved his ability to withstand pressure and perform steadily in critical moments. The 27-year-old Little Fatty is at the golden age of a table tennis player and theoretically has the full capability to compete for another Olympic cycle. However, reality has cast a shadow over Fan Zhendong's path to the Los Angeles Olympics. First, Fan Zhendong chose to withdraw from the world rankings, which undoubtedly had a significant impact on his international competitiveness. World ranking is an important indicator for measuring a player's strength and foreign competition opportunities. Withdrawing…

Recently, a decision by the national table tennis team has caused quite a stir: the Wang Chuqin fan club announced its dissolution. This news came as a shock to many fans - after all, Wang Chuqin is currently a hot new star in the table tennis world, and his fan club was once seen as a successful example of the commercialization of the national table tennis team. However, behind the dissolution, the national table tennis team has sent a clear signal: they are determined to completely sever ties with fan culture. So the question arises, why did the national table tennis team choose this moment to "cut off the arm"? Has fan culture really become the straw that broke the camel's back for this national sport? If you often browse Weibo or Xiaohongshu, you may notice a phenomenon: sports stars are being pushed to the forefront and troughs by fan culture. Once upon a time, the focus of table tennis events was "who won this tough battle," but now? Before a match even ends, social media is already in an uproar. Fans are supporting their favorite athletes on one side and attacking opponents on the other, even engaging in endless flame wars, which spread to the private lives of the athletes themselves. This entertainment-to-death atmosphere gradually turns healthy sports competition into an emotional venting ground. In fact, fan culture itself is not a "flood of beasts." It initially was just a way for fans to express their likes and support, but excessive emotionalization can lead to loss of control. For…

In the arena of sports, every move can potentially cause a huge stir. Recently, a major decision by the Sports Administration has sent shockwaves through the calm waters, akin to a giant stone being thrown into a tranquil lake. This time, the Sports Administration has taken decisive action, targeting the fan culture that has become a storm center in table tennis. Table tennis, as our national sport, has always been highly regarded and loved. Liu Guoliang, a figure of great influence in the table tennis world and the driving force behind the commercialization of WTT, harbors a grand dream of promoting table tennis globally. He aspires to leverage the WTT platform to gain more attention and support for table tennis worldwide, much like the WTA tennis events. However, while the ideal is full, the reality is bony. As WTT develops, fan culture has gradually infiltrated and spiraled out of control, far from what Liu Guoliang had anticipated. Among various sports, the chaos of fan culture in table tennis is particularly severe. Several Olympic champions from the national team are the focus of fan attention. They strive on the court to win glory for the country and should receive pure respect and support. However, in reality, their daily lives are greatly affected. No matter where they go, fans chase after them, even during training and rest, they cannot find peace. Those fanatical fans, in order to get close to their idols, engage in many irrational behaviors. At the competition site, some fans make a ruckus, completely disregarding the normal order of…