Move over, Paris Olympics – Beijing just served up an ace! 🏓 The city’s Shougang Park transformed into a buzzing sports hub during China’s National Day holiday, hosting the 2024 WTT China Smash, its first major international table tennis event since the iconic 1961 World Championships.
With tickets selling faster than concert passes, fans worldwide flocked to watch top paddlers compete in this Grand Smash tournament. World Table Tennis CEO Steve Dainton called it a historic moment, drawing parallels to Beijing’s trailblazing 1961 championship. We’re proud to bring this event to the most important city in this wonderful country, he told Sports Scene.
⚡ Why it matters: The tournament’s success cements Beijing’s status as a global sports capital while reigniting passion for table tennis – a game that’s practically religion in China. Shougang Park, a revitalized industrial site, now joins Beijing’s roster of iconic venues blending history with modernity.
