China's top paddlers Wang Chuqin and Wang Manyu smashed their way to victory at the Asian Cup in Shenzhen this weekend, proving why they’re among table tennis’s brightest stars . The world No. 2 players in men’s and women’s rankings both claimed gold with electrifying performances that left fans cheering.
In the men’s final, Wang Chuqin stunned teammate Liang Jingkun with a flawless 4-0 sweep (11-7, 11-2, 16-14, 11-5). 'I came to fight, not to defend,' said Wang, who thanked fans for their roaring support. His aggressive plays kept Liang scrambling—proof that rankings don’t define grit!
Wang Manyu, meanwhile, shut down world No. 1 Sun Yingsha in a decisive 40-minute showdown (11-5, 11-9, 11-6, 11-6). 'No hesitation—just execution,' she declared post-match, showcasing the focus that’s made her a fan favorite. Earlier, Lin Shidong and Kuai Man snagged bronze medals, rounding out China’s podium dominance
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With Paris 2024 on the horizon, these wins signal China’s table tennis dynasty isn’t slowing down. Game, set, smash!
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