On January 15th, Chen Meng celebrated her 31st birthday. Having withdrawn from the WTT world rankings, she did not join the national table tennis team for training in Hainan, which marked the first time since she was 15 that she stayed in Qingdao, Shandong to celebrate her birthday. On that day, her hometown welcomed her birthday with great fanfare, and the coastal buildings in Qingdao were filled with birthday greetings. The 31-year-old Chen Meng announced a piece of good news, which is undoubtedly a signal to start a new life. After withdrawing from the WTT world rankings and representing Shandong in the National Games, it is highly likely that she will bid farewell to the competition arena. "Life is like a box of chocolates; you never know what you're going to get." Although Chen Meng's decision came as a surprise, it makes sense, marking another turning point in her life. Although Chen Meng has not retired, she has been actively involved in the youth training of table tennis. The recently held Chen Meng Cup Qingdao Youth Table Tennis Invitational Tournament is significant, named after her. Many well-known table tennis athletes, such as Ma Long, Li Xiaoxia, Ochiirov, Zheng Yijing, Du Kaiqin, and Mihara Miyuu, have sent their blessings, making the competition highly anticipated. It is like a star-studded stage, attracting many young people to participate, giving them the opportunity to showcase themselves on this big platform. This not only allows children to receive more attention but also increases the possibility for them to step onto higher stages. For this Chen…

Cracked the Case! Why Does Liu Guoliang Favor Sun Yingsha? Understanding Her Relationship with Wang Chuqin Reveals the Secret Recently, everyone has been discussing Liu Guoliang's preference for Sun Yingsha. I've been thinking about it for a while and finally figured out the reason. Speaking of Sun Yingsha, she is truly the queen of our table tennis world! Look at her performance in the Paris Olympics, whether in singles or mixed doubles, her level is simply amazing. Her heroic appearance and her ball style that sweeps like a rainbow have made everyone admire her. You know, to perform so outstandingly in such a big competition is not something just anyone can do. Let's talk about her partnership with Wang Chuqin, which is even more eye-catching. Look at them in the mixed doubles match, their cooperation is so perfect, they are simply a match made in heaven! Sun Yingsha is already a master herself, and with Wang Chuqin, this formidable opponent, when opponents see the two of them standing in front of the table, their legs probably go weak. This pair, whether attacking or defending, performs flawlessly, and finally work together to advance all the way to the championship. How could such a super combination not be valued by Coach Liu? Do you remember the quarterfinals of the mixed doubles event at the Paris Olympics? That game was really suspenseful! Facing the strong attack of the Korean team, the two of them were once in trouble and even overtaken in points by their opponents. Seeing that the situation was not good,…

Recently, the table tennis circle has been quite lively. The General Administration of Sport has spoken up, and the People's Daily has also expressed its stance. This situation feels more tense than an Olympic final! Wang Chuqin has taken the lead in disbanding his fan group. What's going on here? Is there a big problem with the "fan circle" of table tennis? Let's talk about this "fan circle" thing first. Indeed, some fans are crazy for their idols! They chase after athletes all over the world, shout loudly at the competition site, and even attack other athletes. This picture is a bit scary to think about. Guess who it affects? That's right, it's our national table tennis players. They already have enough hard work training and competing, and they also have to deal with these "enthusiastic" fans. If something else happens and affects the competition results, it will be a big trouble! This time, the General Administration of Sport is serious, directly naming to rectify the "fan circle" culture of table tennis, which is not a joke. The People's Daily has also spoken out, saying that athletes should focus on competitions and not engage in flashy marketing. The national badminton team has responded to the call, disbanded the fan group, and said goodbye to the "fan circle" completely! What does this mean? It means that this rectification is serious! With an iron fist to control chaos, this boldness, we must give a thumbs up! As for Wang Chuqin, he quickly disbanded the fan group, which was wise. After all, his…

In an order from the General Administration of Sport, we learned of a remarkable piece of news: the former director of the Table Tennis and Badminton Center, Yang Xinli, has been reassigned to the position of Director of the General Administration's Training Bureau, leaving a vacancy for the new head of the center. This change has not only attracted widespread attention within and outside the table tennis world but also filled people with anticipation and speculation about the future of the Table Tennis and Badminton Center. A month has passed in the blink of an eye, and although various versions of the new head's identity have circulated among the public, it remains a mystery. However, recent reports suggest that Wang Tao, the deputy director of the National Small Ball Center and a legendary figure in the national table tennis team, may become the new head of the Table Tennis and Badminton Center. This news will undoubtedly cause a sensation in the table tennis world. Looking back, Liu Guoliang, as a legendary figure in the table tennis world, has always been considered a strong candidate for the directorship of the Table Tennis and Badminton Center. Not only is he the chairman of the Chinese Table Tennis Association, but he is also a symbol of the national team, earning widespread acclaim and respect for his outstanding leadership skills and work achievements. However, after Yang Xinli took over as the director of the Table Tennis and Badminton Center, Liu Guoliang's path to promotion seemed to be temporarily put on hold. Despite this, he…

In the past two days, the hottest news in the sports circle has been the announcement that Wang Chuqin, ranked first in the world, has been admitted to Beijing's Xian Nong Tan Sports School with a comprehensive score of 85.4 points, presenting an impressive report card. This 24-year-old world table tennis champion has shown us through his actions that his future planning is not limited to playing on the court. Speaking of this sports school system, I must elaborate on it. In the professional planning of athletes, obtaining a sports school system is like taking out a life insurance policy for oneself. We always thought that after retiring, athletes would either become coaches or enter sports schools, but Wang Chuqin made a particularly wise move. He didn't wait until he retired to consider these matters; instead, he laid the groundwork for his future life while his career was at its peak. Wang Chuqin's series of moves have indeed impressed everyone. First, he achieved the world's number one ranking on the court, then won double gold at the Paris Olympics, and now he has been admitted to the sports school system. It's not just about playing table tennis; it's like playing a big game of life! Recently, his decision to withdraw from the French Montpellier Championship also seems to be a very pragmatic choice. His schedule this year is particularly tight, from the Macau Championship to the Grand Slam, and then to the Asian Championships, it's like fighting a war. Athletes also need rest; overexertion is not beneficial to anyone. Moreover,…

"Once criticized, now praised - what does this change in attitude signify?" Zhang Jike's recent evaluation of Wang Chuqin has ignited a storm of discussion. Known for his straightforwardness in the table tennis world as the "Tibetan Mastiff," why has his opinion of the younger generation changed so drastically in just a few months? The conversation ranges from competition to mentality and on to heritage, striking at the heart of the matter, no wonder it has sparked a frenzy of online discussion. If one word were to describe Zhang Jike's career, it would be "ups and downs." From winning both singles and team championships at the 2012 London Olympics to being plagued by injuries in the latter half of his career, his story is as thrilling as a roller coaster. It is precisely this experience of "climbing from the depths to the peak" that has made Zhang Jike an inspiring idol in the hearts of countless fans. After retiring, his life did not return to calm. On the contrary, he quickly seized the pulse of the flow, becoming a brand spokesperson, internet celebrity, and table tennis coach. In live streams, he is humorous and witty; in online courses, he imparts his knowledge generously. His successful transformation not only proves the limitless possibilities for athletes after retirement but also provides a clear career path for those who follow. Some even jokingly say, "The Tibetan Mastiff has transformed into a versatile talent, busier than when he was playing!" Compared to Zhang Jike's "spectacular" career, Wang Chuqin's professional trajectory appears more "low-key and…

In today's Chinese sports world, the national table tennis team undoubtedly stands as the most prominent presence. However, accompanying this prominence are controversies that have been brewing. As the ancient saying goes, "Blessings may hide misfortunes, and misfortunes may harbor blessings." The immense attention on the national table tennis team has brought glory but also spawned numerous troubles, particularly in the erosion caused by fan culture. Since Fan Zhendong's opposition to the WTT's overbearing clauses at the end of last year, the national table tennis team and WTT have been embroiled in a whirlpool of public opinion. Subsequent developments have further plunged the national table tennis team into the mire of fan culture chaos. On January 14th, the General Administration of Sport made it an urgent task to govern the chaos of fan culture, with the Chinese Table Tennis Association being the only association required to participate in the discussion. This fact undoubtedly sounded the alarm for the national table tennis team, making their situation particularly awkward when compared to the success of other associations in delineating boundaries between athletes and fans. Taking Wang Chuqin as an example, his situation within fan culture is simply out of control. Even when his calligraphy of the character "Fu" was ridiculed, his fans would go to great lengths to defend him, finding far-fetched reasons such as claiming it was modeled after Ouyang Xun's work. This irrational behavior of defending him is a typical characteristic of fan culture. Looking back at the Tokyo Olympic cycle, the phenomenon of fan culture in Chinese table tennis…

Recently, the well-known media personality He Xiaolong has been using various ways to satirize and mock the national table tennis team. This afternoon, he released new work again. This time, he issued ten table tennis IQ test questions, satirizing the hot topics in the fan circle of the national table tennis team. Nearly half of them are related to Sun Yingsha and Wang Chuqin, and the last one is the most shocking, which is actually about the topic of Liu Guoliang and Li Sun's involvement in gambling. The ten table tennis IQ test questions posted by He Xiaolong include: Sha Tou is a couple; 2. That racket was deliberately destroyed; 3. Sun Yingsha lost the women's singles final at the Olympics to protect the men's team; 4. Olympic triathlon is ox and horse; 5. Wang Chuqin can still keep his Xian Nongtan system after retirement; 6. If the referee does not make a decision, there is no blocking; 7. The table tennis circle is more transparent than the football circle; 8. The chaos in the fan circle is because their cheering is too loud; 9. Chinese table tennis cannot do without Liu Guoliang; 10. Kong Linghui and Zhang Jike like gambling, but Liu Guoliang and Li Sun do not gamble at all. From these ten questions, the answers are obviously negative, or they have been denied by He Xiaolong before. He Xiaolong uses this way to satirize some naive and low-level opinions around the national table tennis team. The first one, Sha Tou is a couple, although the national table…

As the Spring Festival approaches, two rising stars of the national table tennis team, Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha, are destined to spend this year's holiday on the court. While everyone is busy preparing for the festivities and looking forward to family reunions, the pair affectionately known as "Sha Tou" by fans are intensively preparing for the upcoming 2025 WTT Singapore Grand Slam event. In the latest winter training video released by Table Tennis World TTW, we see their sweat-drenched figures in action. With just 20 days left until the opening of the competition on January 30th, which will last until February 9th and span the entire Spring Festival holiday, this promises to be a unique new year for them. Speaking of Sun Yingsha, one cannot help but mention her astonishing talent. On the court, she moves like a nimble butterfly, gracefully darting between every point. Her composure and calmness seem as if she was born to grace the grand stage. During critical moments of the game, she always manages to display an extraordinary level of coolness, as if the pressure of the match is nothing more than a gentle breeze. However, behind this seemingly effortless performance lies countless hours of dedication that few know about. The late-night extra practice sessions, the repetitive drills that numb the body, and the times when sweat soaks through the training uniform—all these moments silently forge today's "Sha Sha." As she often says, "One minute on stage requires ten years of effort offstage," a simple yet profound truth about success. On the other side,…

Due to his frequent posts mocking Wang Chuqin, especially for allegedly blocking serves, well-known media personality He Xiaolong has faced a lot of attacks. Today, he once again posted on social media, accusing someone in the national table tennis team of blocking serves and pointing out that Liu Guoliang is the one behind the scenes providing support, working diligently to fatten up the WTT. He Xiaolong questioned on the social platform, "Why can't we talk about blocking serves? It's already so obvious that foreign players are openly ridiculing it, yet we still can't talk about it?" He criticized some retired players who openly stood up and declared with their chests puffed out, "Absolutely no blocking," and "I just feel ashamed for our ancestors." He Xiaolong gave an example, likening it to the situation before the crackdown on organized crime in a certain city where criminal gangs were rampant and domineering. If you dared to be angry but not speak out, it was understandable, but if you pointed at the criminal gangs and said, "The police haven't arrested them, which means they are good people, and I support them." He Xiaolong repeatedly claimed that there are people in the national table tennis team who block serves, and he previously targeted Wang Chuqin multiple times. This time, he did not name anyone specifically, but stated, "The 2024 WTT final became a great disgrace for Chinese table tennis. For Chinese table tennis, losing is not the most shameful thing; the most shameful thing is resorting to any means for victory. It's a prestigious…