In today's Table Tennis World Cup, Japan's Miu Hirano showed an overwhelming advantage, with four consecutive games to score remarkably: 11-2, 11-5, and two rare 11-0, Hirano only allowed her opponent Jocelyn to accumulate 7 points in the whole game. Such a score is rare in the international table tennis world, which is enough to witness Miu Hirano's extraordinary strength and exquisite skills in the game.
In this game, Hirano not only suppressed his opponent technically, but also appeared to be comfortable mentally and tactically. Jocelyn was overwhelmed by Hirano's powerful serve and consistent forehand and backhand attacks, with multiple breakaways on her forehand and backhand firmly suppressed and error-ridden. As the match progressed, Jocelyn's hopes for victory were dashed, and her mentality was eventually lost.
Hirano's victory was expected, as she defeated a number of key Chinese players at the 2016 World Cup, setting a record for becoming the youngest World Cup winner in history. However, her 11-0 run in two consecutive games in this tournament undoubtedly proved once again her top-notch level and ruthless execution on the court.
Amazingly, Hirano's previous remark of "taking a shower without the lights on" may sound incredible at first, but she explains that it is to adapt to the environment in the dark to ensure a good night's sleep, especially after the Tokyo cycle where low back pain and fatigue plague her. Clearly, this unique adaptation strategy has helped her stay in top shape on high-pressure courts.
In the face of such a surging attack by Miu Hirano, the Japanese media praised her, hoping that she could set off the "Hurricane Hirano" again in the next game. The Chinese team must be vigilant about this, and any slight disregard could lead to the loss of the game. This competition is not only a contest of technology, but also a confrontation of strategy and psychology, and the audience is undoubtedly looking forward to more exciting matchups.