In the pinnacle arena of table tennis, names such as Ma Long, Wang Chuqin, Liu Guoliang, and Fan Zhendong are like thunder. However, the latest results and player form suggest that the outlook for the Paris Olympics is uncertain, especially for Fan Zhendong, who will face a huge challenge.
First of all, the young Wang Chuqin has made a name for himself, ranking second only to Fan Zhendong in the world, and has won many victories against his opponents, even the experienced Ma Long. In the two table tennis competitions held in Chengdu, Fan Zhendong suffered defeats against Japan's Tomokazu Zhangmoto, which disappointed fans. The opponents were not only limited to Asia, but also European and American players successfully suppressed Fan Zhendong, casting a shadow on his Olympic path.
At present, the main lineup of the national table tennis men's team for the Paris Olympics is expected to include Fan Zhendong, Wang Chuqin, Ma Long, and potential rookie Lin Shidong. Although Fan Zhendong was once a leader in table tennis, it is still unknown whether he can carry the burden of the Paris Olympics. Wang Chuqin is young and promising, but his grades are not stable enough, and Ma Long is 35 years old and it is difficult to press on his shoulders. As a result, Fan Zhendong has become the focus of high expectations from fans, but his performance on the pitch has not been satisfactory, and winning the Paris Olympic title is still unknown.
At the competitive level, the competition in men's table tennis is extremely fierce. There are not only Japan's Tomokazu Zhangmoto, but also opponents such as Lin Yunru in Chinese Taipei, and even the Lebrun brothers in Europe and the United States should not be underestimated. For the national table tennis men's team, the fierce competition is unprecedented.
Fan Zhendong ushered in the Paris Olympics in a limited time, and fans are expecting him to pick himself up, reflect on the failed match footage, identify his shortcomings, and prepare well before the Paris Olympics. However, in the face of such fierce competition, he must go all out and work hard to add glory to Chinese table tennis at the Paris Olympics.