China's table tennis star Wang Chuqin launched his quest for a maiden world title with a decisive 4-0 victory over American teenager Nandan Naresh at the ITTF World Championships in Doha. The world No. 2 showcased technical mastery, winning 11-6, 11-4, 11-2, 11-4 while successfully challenging a service call through video review.
Confidence in Technique
"I have confidence in my serves," Wang stated after the match, demonstrating the poise that's made him one of China's brightest paddlers. His controlled performance contrasted with compatriot Xue Fei's dramatic elimination – the penhold grip specialist collapsed after leading 2-0 against Japan's Hiroto Shinozuka.
Mixed Results for Chinese Contingent
Fifth-ranked Liang Jingkun secured China's second victory by overcoming Ham Yu Song from the Democratic People's Republic of Korea in a five-game thriller. Meanwhile, French phenom Felix Lebrun advanced comfortably, keeping alive hopes for non-Asian medal contenders.
