Chinese table tennis legend Ma Long is one step closer to his first-ever WTT Grand Slam singles crown after a commanding 4-0 semifinal victory over compatriot Liang Jingkun at the WTT China Smash!
The 35-year-old Olympic icon, dubbed the \"GOAT\" of table tennis, dominated from the start, winning 11-8, 11-7, 11-6, and sealing the match with a nail-biting 12-10 fourth game. Fans cheered as Ma showcased his signature precision and calm under pressure—proving age is just a number.
\"I felt relaxed but focused,\" Ma said post-match, reflecting on his lightning-fast 41-minute win. \"Every game here is a battle, but when you enjoy the moment, everything clicks.\"
Earlier, Ma stunned world No. 3 Hugo Calderano in the quarterfinals, extending their head-to-head record to 5-1. Now, all eyes are on the final showdown with rising star Lin Shidong. Will the six-time Olympic gold medalist add another trophy to his legacy?
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