In the long history of Chinese table tennis, Xu Yinsheng's name is like a shining star, and he has won the World Table Tennis Championships four times, a brilliant achievement that has made him a hero in the eyes of many. However, the once invincible overlord chose a completely different path after retiring from the game, working his way up to the rank of deputy minister, achieving a magnificent transformation from sports to politics.
What's even more remarkable is that there is also a beautiful conversation in his private life, he married a beautiful woman in the dance world, and her elegant dancing complements Xu Yinsheng's court style. How did this legendary figure achieve great success in the world of table tennis, how did he continue his legend on the political stage, and how did his love story with the dancing beauty unfold?
Table tennis genius Xu Yinsheng: This is his counterattack journey from the alley to the world.
In 1956, the spring breeze in Shanghai was mixed with a hint of tension and expectation. Xu Yinsheng, who was only 18 years old, a young man who had reached the peak of the eighth level of fitter skills in the workshop, suddenly received an unexpected news.
The workshop director hurriedly came, and the information revealed in his mouth was like a bomb about to **: "Xu Yinsheng, the Municipal Sports Committee is looking for you, the Romanian table tennis team is about to have a friendly match, you must go to face it!."”
This news was like a sudden whirlwind in the alley, quickly sweeping every corner of Shanghai. Everyone was talking about whether the young man who walked out of the alley was capable of winning honor for the country in the international competition of table tennis.
For Xu Yinsheng, all of this seemed like a messenger of fate teasing him. He was born in a poor peasant family, and has been interested in table tennis since he was a child. He grew up in poverty and almost faced the fate of being given away. He has liked to play table tennis since he was a child, but due to the poor economic conditions of his family, he has not been able to realize his dream. When he was three years old, he held a simple table tennis racket for the first time, sweating it out with his friends in the alley, and table tennis has become an indispensable part of his daily life. Later, he started to practice table tennis again, played better and better, and gradually became a well-known table tennis player. After five to six hours of relentless practice every day, he not only got rid of hunger, but also forgot about the exhaustion of his body.
When he was in junior high school, he occupied the school's humble ping-pong table, and his thin figure could be seen jumping in front of the table in the early morning or dusk. In those days, table tennis was one of the most popular sports, and many people loved it. Liu Guozhang, a famous athlete from Shanghai, reached his peak passion for table tennis in a competition.
Now, Xu Yinsheng stands at the crossroads of fate and is facing a major choice. What kind of career would he like to choose?On the one hand, there is a stable fitter position, and on the other hand, an income of up to 85 yuan per month;On the one hand, the future of sports is uncertain, with no stable salary and ongoing support from families. The contradiction between the father and son made him very entangled. Although the parents of the Xu family hesitated, in the firm and enthusiastic eyes of their son, they finally decided to give support.
The Rise of Table Tennis Rookie: The decisive battle with Hoshino brings glory and hope to the country.
I remember that in the spring of 1961, the Beijing Workers' Gymnasium was crowded with people, and the scene was very lively. A unique friendly table tennis match is being held here. Table tennis elites from all corners of the globe gathered to compete for the title of the 26th World Table Tennis Championships. In this battle for honor, the name Xu Yinsheng attracted special attention from everyone.
When I recall the moment when Xu Yinsheng first entered the national team, it happened in 1958. At that time, he was just a newcomer who had just made his mark, and he was not yet fully mature, both technically and mentally. In training, he is often overwhelmed by his opponents and sometimes fails because of minor mistakes. Therefore, during the 25th World Table Tennis Championships held in 1959, he had to be a spectator to witness his teammates fighting the playing field.
In that competition, the Chinese men's team unfortunately lost to the Hungarian team and missed a good opportunity to compete for the championship with the Japanese team. However, it was precisely because of this defeat that Xu Yinsheng silently made a firm determination: he will one day regain this high honor for the national team with his own hands.
Time flies, and before I know it, it has come to the year 1961. In this year, the World Table Tennis Championships were successfully held in Beijing, the capital of China, which is undoubtedly a huge breakthrough for New China in hosting global single sports events.
In order to achieve outstanding performance, the National Sports Commission launched a table tennis competition in China, from which many outstanding athletes were selected. After fierce competition, many people stood out and became a dazzling new star in my country's table tennis arena. Xu Yinsheng is undoubtedly the leader of this group.
In the process of preparing for the competition, the National Sports Commission attaches great importance to the dietary and nutritional needs of athletes. During training, they also often make special food for the athletes. Although it was a difficult period of three years and the food was very tight, the leaders of the company personally ordered: the food and nutrition of the athletes must be ensured. To this end, the state imports a large amount of canned meat from abroad every year as a supplement, and requires athletes to eat safely and securely. As a result, athletes are able to taste mouth-watering canned meat every day, and the mixture of fat and lean texture still lingers on them to this day.
The day of the competition has finally arrived. It was a very rewarding battle. After a series of challenges, both the Chinese men's and women's teams successfully reached the final stage. In the final stage of the men's team, the Chinese team had a fierce duel with the Japanese team. Xu Yinsheng, Rong Guotuan and Zhuang Zedong were assigned to play a showdown with famous Japanese generals Hoshino, Kimura and Di Village.
In the fourth game of the game, Xu Yinsheng and Hoshino started a duel. In the first two fights, he won both games. This game is directly related to the future fate of the Chinese team. If Xu Yinsheng loses this game, then the Chinese team will have to accept the runner-up position.
In the face of such tremendous pressure, Xu Yinsheng showed surprising calmness and determination. He is acutely aware of the heavy responsibilities he bears, and understands that every contribution he makes is closely related to the honor of the country.
Xu Yinsheng finally defeated Hoshino after a fierce game, giving the Chinese team a valuable scoring opportunity. He played very well in the match, especially with his skillful use of the return serve, which made it difficult for his opponents to match. Although the Chinese team did not win the championship in the end, Xu Yinsheng's outstanding performance showed everyone the bright future and future potential of Chinese table tennis.
The rookie in the field of table tennis shines brightly, beating Hoshino to become a legend.
When I think back to that exciting time, it seems as if all the changes in table tennis happened yesterday. At the time, I was a new recruit from the army. Hoshino is a well-known contender with a wealth of experience and great skill in the big game, but he never expected to meet a brave and fearless newbie in the tournament - Xu Yinsheng.
In a crucial match, Xu Yinsheng suffered an unfavorable situation at the beginning, losing the first game with a score of 17-21. He wasn't surprised by this situation, because he knew that if he continued like this, he would lose his chances and not even win the championship. Despite this, he did not lose faith, on the contrary, he strengthened his beliefs. In the second round, he managed to adjust his form and pulled back a game with a score of 21-14, showing his extraordinary ability.
In the decisive set, the rivalry between the two sides became particularly intense. Xu Yinsheng leads with a score of 20-18 and only needs one more point to have a chance to turn this big score into a 2-2 draw.
At this critical moment, Hoshino was unwilling to accept defeat, and after he served, Xu Yinsheng attacked sideways, while Hoshino chose to retreat to defend. Because the ball falls on the opponent's forehand and backhand, and the opponent has no chance to return the ball. Seo Yinsheng slammed hard, causing Hoshino to have to release the high ball. With the ball landing in front of the net, there was no way for either side to score. As the game progressed, Xu Yinsheng's ability to smash the ball gradually increased, and he successfully controlled the game situation firmly in his own hands.
Hoshino couldn't find a suitable breakthrough point, so he had to choose to passively throw the high ball. In the game, both sides performed their own stunts, and there was little change in the stalemate phase. Seo's fighting ability is increasing day by day, he jumps and attacks, and his ball skills become more and more cunning. It's a thrilling match. The audience was captivated by the excitement of the game, with thousands chanting: "8, 9, 10, 11, 12!".After Seo Yinsheng completed the smash of the 12th board, Hoshino returned the ball to bounds, and Seo Yinsheng won the third game to defeat Hoshino with a score of 2-1.
Xu Yinsheng not only became famous in this match, but also was hailed as a classic matchup in the history of the Chinese men's team. In the end, the Chinese men's team defeated the Japanese team with a score of 5-3 to win the title. Xu Yinsheng also won the third place in the men's singles for his outstanding performance.
After the competition, the name Xu Yinsheng spread widely across the country. There are a lot of fans, students around him, and they are very proud of him. In just over a month, he received more than 20,000 letters from all over the country to show his respect and affection. His experience in the game, the story of his training and his growth path have all become the focus of discussion.
At the same time, the leaders also expressed high appreciation for Xu Yinsheng's talent. In his opinion, he is a gifted person. He is a man of great skill, quick thinking, eloquence, and excellent writing. During the training, he also put forward many new ideas, which played a great role in improving the combat effectiveness of the women's basketball team. He was invited to the women's team to share his experience and treasures to help the women's team strengthen its strengths. The summary he wrote was highly praised by his superiors and instructed to be printed by the National Sports Commission so that the team members could study.
As time passed, Xu Yinsheng's influence gradually increased. He enjoys a high level of national and international popularity. In January 1965, ** reviewed Xu Yinsheng's summary report on the competition, and instructed "People**" to publish it accordingly. On January 17, "People**" published the article "On How to Play Table Tennis" written by Xu Yinsheng, with an editor's note. This article quickly aroused the attention and enthusiasm of the masses all over the country.
The People's Sports Publishing House also decided to print Xu Yinsheng's works as a single book for sale, and the total sales reached a staggering 36.5 million copies. Xu Yinsheng quickly rose to prominence and became a well-known table tennis superstar, and his name and the story behind it are still widely celebrated in the table tennis world today.
The legend of table tennis: from a small ball to a big ball, never forget the original intention in the spin of life.
In the 60s of the 20th century, the name Xu Yinsheng became a household name in the table tennis world. In the 1965 Yugoslavia World Table Tennis Championships, as a core member of the Chinese men's basketball team, he won the men's team championship with his teammates, and won the gold medal in men's doubles with Zhuang Zedong. At that particular moment, he was hailed as a hero in the hearts of his countrymen, and the spinning of the table tennis ball seemed to be a symbol of his honor and dreams, flying to the whole world.
However, when his career was at its peak, Xu Yinsheng decided to retire and turned around to become the coach of the national table tennis team. "I'm going to put all my energy into table tennis," he said. Although his choice shocked many people, he still said with a smile: "I hope to continue my table tennis career in another way." ”
Although China was absent twice from the World Table Tennis Championships, Xu Yinsheng has always had a deep affection for table tennis. In 1970, he became the head coach of the national table tennis team and took on even heavier responsibilities. In the 1971 World Table Tennis Championships in Nagoya, he led the Chinese team to stand at the peak of the men's team again, and at that moment, his smile was brighter than ever.
In this World Table Tennis Championships, an event that shocked the world happened - Cohen, an American athlete, accidentally crashed into the car of the Chinese team. This trivial episode unexpectedly kicked off the ping-pong diplomatic relationship between China and the United States. As a witness to this history, Xu Yinsheng's heart is full of deep emotion and pride.
In the years that followed, Xu Yinsheng's career continued to rise, from the deputy director of the National Sports Commission, to the chairman of the Chinese Table Tennis Association, and then to the president of the International Table Tennis Federation, he showed firm and strong determination every step of the way. With the dominance of the Chinese table tennis world, he did not choose to rest on his laurels, but chose to actively carry out reforms.
In the end, his resolute "small ball to big ball" strategy succeeded in adjusting the size of the table tennis ball from 38 mm to 40 mm, which not only reduced the spin speed, but also enhanced the spectacle of the game. This innovation not only made table tennis even better, but also left a deep mark on the history of Xu Yinsheng's name.
Although Xu Yinsheng has retired, his footsteps have never stopped, and his activity in the table tennis world is still very high. He is a sports man and loves to play. He established a cross-border joint training camp, founded a branch of the Table Tennis Academy, and participated in many non-governmental competitions. His busyness and joy seemed to bring him back to that passionate era. "I love table tennis and love that it makes you younger. This is how much a person loves table tennis. Every time someone curiously asks him why he is so obsessed with table tennis, he always replies with a smile: "It is because of my love for it that I choose to persevere." ”
A deep relationship between the dancer and the legend of table tennis.
Under the reflection of the stage lights, Chen Liwen is like a shining star, and her dancing is like a beautiful picture, which is fascinating. No one expected that this graceful dancer would spend the rest of his life with the legend of table tennis, Xu Yinsheng
Chen Liwen is a young woman from Shanghai who has shown extraordinary talent for dancing since she was a child. At the age of 12, she successfully entered the Beijing Dance School and has been dancing since then.
She played a central role in classic musicals such as "The Fish Beauty", "The Bow Dance" and "The Red Silk Dance", and each of her performances deeply touched the hearts of the audience. She is a dancer with a strong sense of femininity and a unique artistic charm. Her dancing skills are not only masterful, but also full of emotion, as if every movement tells a touching story.
Xu Yinsheng, a legend in the table tennis world, has also created brilliant achievements in his professional field. His skills are outstanding and he has won many honours for our country. However, apart from the pitch, little is known about his private life. Because, he is an "alternative" table tennis player. It was only after meeting Chen Liwen that people began to understand the different faces of this table tennis star.
In 1967, through someone's recommendation, Xu Yinsheng became acquainted with Chen Liwen. He is a very talented person with a gentle and introverted personality, while she is cheerful and lively, enthusiastic and generous, and the two love each other and are inseparable. The encounter between these two men seems to be arranged by fate, and they soon fall into a deep love. They have since lived together and run a small company together. After a year, the two tied the knot in Beijing and began their happy life journey. After getting married, they had a son named Xu Huazhang, and the family was full of warmth and joy.
However, due to the nature of his work, Xu Yinsheng is often busy with various competitions and training activities, so he rarely has the opportunity to spend time with his family. Behind the scenes, Liwen quietly supports her husband's career, while also shouldering the great responsibility of caring for the family and children. She is not only a good dancer, but also a virtuous and virtuous wife and mother.
After retiring, Xu Yinsheng finally got more time to spend with his family. He began to devote himself to the study of housework, and did his best to make up for the shortcomings of the family in the past. Chen Liwen has always been with her husband, spending those seemingly ordinary but warm times together.
Time flies, and before you know it, 2020 has arrived, and Xu Yinsheng has entered the age of 82. Despite his advanced age, he still insists on exercising every day and often goes to the gym for a run. Although the recurrence of an old injury in his waist has limited his movement, Chen Liwen has always been a steadfast guardian of him. She is a thoughtful person who understands life, and after retirement, she still insists on learning calligraphy, painting, photography and other art categories. In Xu Yinsheng's later years, the love and companionship she gave became his greatest comfort.
With the encouragement and support of Chen Liwen, Xu Yinsheng completed his autobiographical book "My Table Tennis Career" in 2021. This work not only chronicles his deep emotional and inner journey with table tennis, but also shows his deep gratitude to his wife and family.
In the golden wedding time, the first love is still deep.
Time is like a song, and time flies. In the past 50 years, they have been with each other, writing the most beautiful chapter of life with life and sweat. When the bell of 2024 gradually rings, Xu Yinsheng and his wife Chen Liwen have spent more than 50 years together. The story between them is like an ancient song that will never fade, softly sung in every corner of memory.
When it comes to Xu Yinsheng and Chen Liwen, we must recall the first love between them. During that period, they were full of youthful energy and fell in love at first sight. In the winter of that year, their relationship had just been established. Since then, the two hearts have been closely attached to each other, and there has never been a moment of separation. Now, they are in their old age, but the relationship between them has not been weakened because of this, but has become deeper. Their marriage journey is like a tranquil lake, uneventful, but there are deep emotions hidden in it.
Liwen Chen is a suave woman who has won wide acclaim in the dance world for her kindness and low profile. In the dance career, she has her own unique opinions, and has achieved excellent results, and is a veritable dance talent. Although Xu Yinsheng lived in a high position, she always stayed true to her original intention, treated people kindly, and remained humble and polite at all times. She likes to call her family after work and share the happiness of life with her family. In this neighborhood, she is always the neighbor who greets her warmly;At home, she is always so thoughtful. In the workplace, she has a good relationship with her colleagues, which earns her the respect and admiration of all.
Xu Yin was born in **?She not only provided him with career security and material support, but also brought him spiritual comfort and spiritual satisfaction. His deep affection for his wife is both deep and fiery. His career and family have been with him for a lifetime. He knew that his wife's virtuous virtue was his lifelong treasure. Therefore, he cherishes this hard-won affection. Through the ups and downs, they supported each other and faced life's challenges together.
Today, Xu Yinsheng is 86 years old, but the love relationship between him and his wife still maintains its original innocence. As they celebrate their golden wedding anniversary, they are surrounded by children and grandchildren, filled with joy and laughter. On this warm day, we interviewed them. When they think back to those haunting days, their eyes radiate with happiness. Their love is sincere and persistent. Those warm moments, as if they were just yesterday, seem to have been deeply integrated into their lives.
Some people believe that first love is like the most touching scenery. From acquaintance to love, from knowing each other to going hand in hand, this romantic love experience has accompanied them through the ups and downs of life until they both passed away. The deep first love between Xu Yinsheng and Chen Liwen constitutes a beautiful landscape that spans more than half a century. The love story between them, like that classic old song that has been passed down for a long time, has always echoed in the depths of people's hearts.
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