Beijing clinched the men's team table tennis title at the 15th National Games on November 21, 2025, defeating Shanghai 3-1 in a thrilling final that ended a 32-year championship drought. The victory was spearheaded by veteran star Ma Long, whose strategic prowess in pivotal matches cemented his legacy as one of the sport's all-time greats.
In the opening doubles match, Ma partnered with Huang Youzheng to secure a hard-fought win against Shanghai's Xu Xin and Zhou Kai. The momentum shifted briefly when Shanghai's Fan Zhendong, the reigning Paris Olympic singles champion, leveled the score by defeating Beijing's Wang Chuqin. However, Ma reclaimed control in the third match, overpowering Zhou with decisive 11-4, 13-11, and 14-12 victories.
Wang Chuqin sealed the historic win in the final singles match, showcasing his World No. 1 ranking by overcoming Xu Xin in straight sets. The triumph marks Beijing's second consecutive National Games men's team final appearance and underscores the region's resurgence in competitive table tennis.
