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Text丨Editor: Mochizuki Pavilion
In the magnificent 2023 Table Tennis Super League Finals, the Dragons once again wrote history with their rackets, not only achieving unprecedented "seven consecutive coherence" brilliant achievements, but also taking the lead in the history of national table tennis and setting a new peak. The strength and resilience of this team have become a beautiful landscape in the table tennis world.
The leader of the Dragons, with his extraordinary skill and tenacity, has amassed 148 championship titles in his career, which is an extraordinary achievement. And off the court, his warm family life is equally enviable. Two handsome sons add infinite joy and vitality to his life. If there is another daughter in the family, wouldn't his life be just like his achievements in the table tennis arena, reaching the glory of the "Grand Slam"?
On the table tennis court, Ma Long may be the invincible tough guy, but in the warm environment of the family, he shows a completely different side. Yes, you heard it right, this iron man in the table tennis world, in his warm family, turned out to be an affectionate "daughter slave"!
Recently, a photo went viral on the Internet, we saw Ma Long holding a little princess, and his eyes were full of infinite love and tenderness for this little life. His eyes were no longer fierce and firm in the game, but replaced by his father's unique tenderness and care. When netizens saw this scene, they left messages appealing: "Have another daughter, and your life will be a slam!" Their words were full of expectations and blessings, and it seemed that everyone was looking forward to the new member of the Malone family.
But whether Malone will actually act in response to these calls? We don't know, but what is certain is that his love for his family and his love for his children is genuine. Maybe in the near future, we will be able to see him appear in public with his little princess.
Malone's interactions with children are not uncommon. Looking back at his social platforms, we will find that as early as before the 2024 table tennis finals, he has shared photos with children many times. In those photos, he is completely different from Malone on the playing field. His smile is full of warmth and tenderness, especially in front of children, especially little girls, he always shows meticulous care and love. All this is quietly telling that the heart of this tough guy in the table tennis world actually hides a tenderness and delicacy.
Before the start of the lively table tennis super finals, the Dragons, together with Xu Xin, Lin Gaoyuan and Zhou Qihao, were invited to a special and warm activity to interact with a group of lively primary school students to play table tennis. This is not only a sports exchange, but also a heart-to-heart conversation. In the laughter of the children, we saw a different Ma Long from the arena, he looked relaxed, and his eyes flashed with childlike innocence and joy.
The interaction on the field was extremely enthusiastic. Ma Long is not only teaching children how to play, but also going back to childhood with them and enjoying the joy of table tennis. His smile was full of affinity and warmth, which made everyone present feel the charm of table tennis. "Coming here, I've become a little kid too," he said. Around these children, I can temporarily let go of all my stress and worries and concentrate on this pure sport with them.
Especially when pairing a little girl in doubles, Malone's attentiveness and gentleness are on display. Not only did he carefully observe the little girl's gestures, but he also ran over to discuss tactics with her patiently to make sure she could fit in and enjoy the game. When the ball flew in the game, he protected his little partner like an umbrella, and at that moment he was more than just a world champion, but more like a loving father. This father, who already has two sons, shows a touching fatherly love.
Ma Long's fatherly love is not only reflected in the love for his children, he has a natural affinity and protection for all children. Every move he makes on the court silently tells us that he is not only a superstar in the table tennis world, but also a warm family member. And Ma Long's character also makes people imagine what a happy and beautiful thing it would be if he had another daughter. A good-looking, warm and delicate father, plus a little princess who likes table tennis, their family will definitely be filled with more laughter. Perhaps, as one would expect, the Dragons mantle will really be inherited in the future.
Entering 2023, Malone has repeatedly mentioned family in public, which is in stark contrast to his low-key attitude that he has rarely talked about his private life in previous interviews. Every time he mentions his family, his language is not flowery or sensational, but behind every word, there is a deep gratitude and a deep love. Malone's gratitude is not only to his parents and parents-in-law, but also to his wife and children. He said that it was their understanding and support that enabled him to go further and more steadily on the extraordinary road of athletes.
He said frankly: "Now, I spend more time with my family and children. A large part of the reason why I have been able to persist until now is because of the support of my family. My parents, parents-in-law, and my wife and children, they all handled it very well and didn't distract me. This made me feel very grounded and at ease. Ma Long's gratitude is beyond words, and he knows that it is this warm backing that allows him to fight wholeheartedly on the field.
Malone also shared his day-to-day interactions with his family, especially with his children. When he was extremely exhausted physically and mentally, it was his family that gave him the strength to recover. "Sometimes when you're tired from training, or you lose a game, and you're in a bad mood, you go home and play with the kids, and that sense of peace and calm is something you don't usually have when you're alone or with friends," he said. With friends, it may be fun and drinking, but when you need peace and calm, only family can give you that feeling. "Ma Long profoundly expressed the importance of family to him here, whether it is at the peak or trough of his career, home is always his warmest harbor.
Through these words of Ma Long, it is not difficult for us to feel his deep affection for his family. His success is not only a personal effort, but also the silent dedication and support of his family. In Ma Long's heart, home is his strongest backing and his most solid haven from wind and rain. The warmth and support of this family is undoubtedly an important source of strength for him to move towards more victories.
The current Ma Long is regarded by many as a leader in the table tennis world. He has not only won numerous honors on the field with his superb skills and indomitable spirit, but also won people's respect and love with his fraternal attitude and affinity personality.
I sincerely wish Ma Long more achievements in his life, but also enjoy the happiness and satisfaction of "Slam" in life. May every day be full of love and laughter, and may every swing of his racket be able to convey his love and respect for table tennis, his family and life. Ma Long's story is not only a story about table tennis, but also a story about love and dedication, and his every step inspires each of us to pursue our own "slam" with love and passion.