As the pace of 2024 is getting closer and closer, all walks of life are nervously and expectantly paying attention to the upcoming annual U30 Elite List released by Forbes China. The list has long been seen as a bellwether for measuring the impact of young talent, whether it's in technology, business, the arts or sports. Especially in the world of sports, the list is seen as a testament to the achievements and potential of young athletes. This year, when the list was announced, the national table tennis world was exceptionally quiet - only one athlete was on the list, and the high-profile Fan Zhendong and Sun Yingsha failed to make the list.
In the international table tennis arena, the Chinese national table tennis team has always been an awe-inspiring giant, and their name represents top strength and unparalleled glory. And every year on the Forbes U30 list, there will always be national table tennis players. However, this year's situation is a little different, with only one national table tennis player on the list, and unexpectedly, even top players like Fan Zhendong and Sun Yingsha were not selected. This result is undoubtedly surprising and has also attracted widespread attention and discussion.
First, let's unpack the list. The Forbes U30 list is based on diverse and comprehensive criteria, which not only look at athletes' performance on the field, but also include their market value, social influence, and contribution to sports. This means that while some athletes may excel on the field, they may also struggle to make the rankings if they perform underwhelmingly in other areas. This point is vividly reflected in this year's national table tennis list.
For the only national table tennis player on the list, this is undoubtedly a great affirmation of his/her personal efforts. This shows that he/she has not only achieved excellent results in the competition in the past year, but also made outstanding efforts in enhancing personal brand and expanding social influence. For Fan Zhendong and Sun Yingsha, who failed to make the list, this may be a profound reflection and encouragement. They need to not only maintain their excellent performance in the competition in the coming time, but also make more efforts to improve their personal influence and social responsibility.
Of course, the announcement of the list also sparked a discussion about the selection criteria. Some argue that, as sportsmen, an athlete's professional achievement should be the primary criterion for evaluation, and that market value and social influence, while important, should not be dominant. Others believe that in today's diverse society, the role of athletes is no longer limited to the arena, and their social image and influence are just as important. This debate reflects different views on the value of sport and the role of athletes.
In any case, the release of the Forbes China U30 list is an affirmation and encouragement for the younger generation of talents. It not only showcases the achievements of these young people in their respective fields, but also points the way for their future development. For every member of the national table tennis team, whether they have been on the list or have not yet been on the list, they should be regarded as an opportunity to learn and Xi and progress. In the future, they will not only have to win glory on the field, but also create a more positive personal image while making more contributions to society.
With the end of the list, the annual Forbes China U30 selection will enter a new cycle. But for the national table tennis players, their journey is always full of challenges. We look forward to bringing more exciting good news not only on the Forbes list, but also on the world table tennis arena in the coming days, continue to win glory for the country, and write a brilliant chapter for their sports career.