Table tennis fans, grab your paddles! 🏓 Chinese star Wang Manyu delivered a masterclass at the WTT China Smash in Beijing, defeating compatriot He Zhuojia in a swift 25-minute showdown (11-8, 11-8, 11-6). The second-seeded athlete showed why she's a fan favorite, rallying from an 8-7 deficit in the second game to secure her spot in the next round. 💥
Meanwhile, Japan's Mima Ito survived a spirited challenge from wildcard Qin Yuxuan, winning 3-1. The 19-year-old Chinese player pushed Ito hard but couldn't overcome unforced errors. Next up for Ito? A clash with South Korea's Joo Cheo-hui! 🇯🇵🆚🇰🇷
On the men's side, veteran Lin Gaoyuan brought the heat 🔥 with a straight-set victory over Wong Chun Ting of China's Hong Kong. 'I played resolutely and adjusted effectively,' said Lin, who now faces sixth-seeded Liang Jingkun. Talk about a *glow-up*! 💪
Stay tuned for more smashing updates from Beijing! 🌆✨
