It was a rumor – Liu Shiwen gave up her chance to defend her title and acted as a sparring partner instead! ! !

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This post was last edited by Desert Fish on 2021-11-11 at 16:09. Liu Shiwen, who acts as a ‘sparring partner’, walks with great enthusiasm; it’s a way of showing her attitude. No matter what role she plays, she is happy to remain part of the Chinese national table tennis team. During the training camp in Wenzhou, it was reported that she has been appointed as an assistant coach; her role shifted from being a training partner for Chen Meng to one for Sun Yingsha. \"Use something where it’s needed – just like using a brick where it’s required.\" That is the hallmark of a person with a broad vision and great qualities. To give their junior teammates a chance, Xiao Zao, Ma Long, and Xu Xin gave up their chances to defend their titles; when the team needed them, they stepped in without hesitation to serve as sparring partners. The reason why the Chinese national table tennis team has remained successful for so long is not only due to its world-class coaches and strong teammates, but also because it has world champions available to act as sparring partners. Xiao Zao, along with Ma Long and Xu Xin, are all world champions and legendary players; they are willing to serve as a stepping stone for others – what a noble character! No matter who wins the championship for the Chinese national table tennis team in Houston, it is the merit of these three veteran players.