Dramatic Turnaround Secures Men's Final Spot; Women's Team Dominates
China's table tennis teams delivered high-stakes drama at the Asian Table Tennis Team Championships in Bhubaneswar, with both squads securing final berths after a men's semifinal that kept spectators on edge for four hours. The men's team staged a remarkable comeback from 0-2 down against Japan, while the women's team maintained their regional dominance with a decisive victory.
Nail-Biting Men's Semifinal
World No. 7 Liang Jingkun sealed China's 3-2 victory against Japan in a decisive fifth match, completing a stunning reversal after early losses. The clash saw multiple five-game thrillers, including World No. 1 Wang Chuqin's crucial 3-2 win over Tomokazu Harimoto that leveled the team score. Rising star Lin Shidong (20) ignited China's comeback with a tense 3-2 victory in the third match.
Road to Gold
The men's team will face Hong Kong SAR in Wednesday's final, seeking to extend China's table tennis supremacy in Asia. The women's team, having secured their final position through consistent dominant performances, continues China's strong tradition in the sport ahead of major international competitions.
