On the evening of September 14, Beijing time, the final battle of the WTT Macao Champions — the men’s singles final — came to a close. Chinese Table Tennis Team player Wang Chuqin, who fought his way into both the semifinals and final as the team’s sole representative, went all the way and ultimately defeated […]
On September 16, Beijing time, the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) released the Week 38 World Rankings of 2025. In the men’s singles, Wang Chuqin and Hugo Calderano returned to the world No.1 and No.3 positions respectively, while Lin Shidong and Tomokazu Harimoto dropped to No.2 and No.4. Lin Gaoyuan slid further down, falling out
The 2025 WTT Champions Macau has concluded, yet the discussions around it have not subsided, particularly concerning the men’s team. Although the final outcome saw Wang Chuqin claim the title with a dominant performance, the other four rising stars all suffered defeats to foreign opponents—including World No. 1 Lin Shidong, No. 9 Xiang Peng, National
In the early morning of September 20, Beijing time, the German Cup 1/8 finals took place. Chinese table tennis Grand Slam champion Fan Zhendong made his debut in this event, where he dominated Hungary’s Csudi with a decisive 3-0 sweep. Together with his teammates from 1. FC Saarbrücken TT, Fan helped secure a 3-0 team
Looking for a hybrid rubber that delivers Chinese-style spin without the maintenance headaches? The 2nd-generation Sanwei Target National has been promising exactly that since its release in late 2021, bridging the gap between traditional Chinese rubbers and modern European tensors. Sanwei claims this rubber was engineered to “dominate the game and take every chance to
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In an era where blade prices regularly exceed $100, Sanwei has been quietly building a reputation for high-performance blades at budget-friendly prices. Released in 2023, the Parla aims to bring premium 7-ply characteristics to the mid-range market. After seeing numerous positive reviews from the table tennis community, particularly comparing it favorably to the classic Stiga
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Basalt fiber is an advanced material derived from natural volcanic rock. Unlike synthetic fibers, it is produced by melting basalt at high temperatures and then drawing it into continuous filaments, without the need for additional additives. This gives basalt fiber a unique balance of strength, elasticity, and environmental friendliness. When applied to table tennis blades,
Finding the right table tennis shoes is crucial – they’re the foundation of your game. Many players end up compromising with badminton or volleyball shoes, simply because dedicated table tennis footwear can be hard to find. Sanwei’s new FireFlash shoes stand out with their distinctive dial lacing system and bold design, and they’re designed specifically
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The table tennis market has seen a surge in hybrid rubbers attempting to blend Chinese and European characteristics, but few have managed to do so effectively at an accessible price point. The Sanwei Gear Hyper, released in 2020, has been generating buzz in the community, and I was keen to put it through its paces.
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The search for a high-performance carbon blade doesn’t always have to end with a three-figure price tag. When Sanwei offered to send us their Nova Carbon blade for review, I was intrigued by its promised combination of premium Hinoki construction and accessible pricing. Over a few months of intensive testing including regular practice sessions and
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In the early morning of August 25, Beijing time, the women’s singles champion of the WTT European Grand Smash Sweden was crowned. The two Chinese mainstays, Sun Yingsha and Wang Manyu, who had previously teamed up to win the women’s doubles title, clashed head-to-head in the final. After six intense games, Sun Yingsha emerged victorious
In the early morning of August 25, the final battle of the men’s singles at the WTT European Grand Smash Sweden came to an end. The only “sole survivor” from the Chinese Table Tennis Team to reach the round of 16 in this event, World No.1 Lin Shidong, unfortunately suffered defeat. After a grueling seven-game
