Chinese table tennis star Wang Yidi delivered a thrilling performance at the WTT Champions Montpellier, defeating Japan's Hina Hayata 3-1 to secure her spot in the last 16! ๐ The third-seeded player faced a nail-biting first game, with Hayata pushing her to a 14-12 finish. But Wang, a two-time WTT titleholder this year, quickly regrouped like a pro ๐ฏ, dominating the next three games with scores of 11-7, 11-4, and 11-6.
๐ 'I started strong but got too eager,' Wang admitted post-match. 'My coach told me to slow down โ and it worked!' Her tactical adjustments mid-game proved crucial, showcasing why she's ranked world No. 5. Fans cheered as she unleashed her signature backhands, leaving Hayata scrambling.
With this win, Wang advances to face Germanyโs Franziska in the next round. Will her momentum carry her to another title? ๐ Stay tuned for more updates from France!
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Wang, Kim, Franziska reach last 16 at WTT Champions Montpellier
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