China’s table tennis superstar Sun Yingsha dominated the ITTF Women’s World Cup final in Macao, defending her crown with a flawless 4-0 victory over compatriot Kuai Man. Meanwhile,
Brazil’s Hugo Calderano smashed records by becoming the first South American male player to claim the men’s singles title, thrilling fans with a comeback 4-1 win against China’s Lin Shidong.
Calderano praised Lin’s early intensity but credited his own adaptability: 'Winning the second game flipped the momentum. Chinese players set the bar, but the global game is catching up—everyone’s pushing harder.' Still, he acknowledged China’s unmatched dominance: 'They’re still the best… but challenges are coming!'
Sun, now eyeing May’s World Championships in Doha, emphasized recovery: 'Stronger rivals await. The stakes—and excitement—will skyrocket!'
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Sun Yingsha retains ITTF World Cup crown, Calderano makes history
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