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On April 19, the men's singles semi-finals of the table tennis Macau World Cup were finally settled.
In the first half, Wang Chuqin and South Korean men's table tennis player Zhang Yuzhen had a fierce confrontation. Zhang Yuzhen's strength should not be underestimated, and when he was a fledgling, he defeated Grand Slam player Zhang Jike.
Since then, he has defeated many famous generals, including Xu Xin, Liang Jingkun, Lin Gaoyuan, etc. This time, he and Wang Chuqin fought again, which really made people full of suspense about the victory or defeat of national table tennis.
At the beginning of the game, Wang Chuqin took the lead in launching an offensive like a tiger descending from a mountain and successfully won the first game. Immediately after, he continued to expand his advantage and went to the next city.
In the third game, he hit like a storm, forcing his opponent into a desperate situation. But in the fourth game, the situation changed abruptly, and Wang Chuqin led many times but was reversed, regrettably losing this game.
But he was not discouraged, played steadily in the fifth game, no longer gave his opponent any chance, and finally succeeded in "revenge" and advanced to the men's singles semifinals as he wished.
The duel between Fan Zhendong and Lin Gaoyuan is also eye-catching. These two are not only national table tennis teammates, but also fought side by side in the Guangdong team, and they know each other well. In their past encounters, they won and lost each other, and this contest can be called a dragon battle.
At the beginning of the game, Lin Gaoyuan launched a quick backhand, like a cheetah attacking, and went down first. Subsequently, the two sides went back and forth, each with its own winners and losers, and the intensity of the game was breathtaking.
But Fan Zhendong suddenly suffered a wrist injury and had to interrupt the game for treatment. This undoubtedly adds more uncertainty to the game.
At this critical moment, Lin Gaoyuan showed tenacious fighting spirit and excellent competitive form, achieved a big reversal, won with a big score of 4-2, and thrillingly got the ticket to the semifinals.
Japanese national champion Hayasuke Togami played bravely in this competition, which can be described as a blockbuster. However, Malone is worthy of being a battle-hardened veteran with a wealth of experience in the vastness of the sea.
In the face of Hayasuke Togami's fierce onslaught, he did not mess up, but quickly adjusted his state, dominated the battle, and got a ticket to the semi-finals without danger.
Tomokazu Zhang's match with Swedish star Carlberg was also wonderful. Although Tomokazu Haramoto, who was more at the top of the rankings, was hit hard by his opponent, he gradually found his groove with his strength and experience, and eventually won 4-2.
Throughout the process of the men's singles semifinals, players from all over the world have shown superb skills and tenacious fighting spirit. Their wonderful performance on the field is breathtaking.
Wang Chuqin is young and promising, his style of play is sharp, like a sharp sword, piercing the opponent's defense. His composure and decisiveness in the face of strong opponents makes people look forward to his future.
Tomokazu Haramoto, although he is a Japanese player, his strength should not be underestimated. His ball speed is lightning fast, making it impossible for opponents to guard against him. Now, Lin Gaoyuan, the main force of national table tennis, and Tomokazu Zhangmoto, the first brother of Japan, these two old enemies meet again in a narrow way.
They will face each other fiercely in the semi-finals, and this match, like a fateful arrangement, is full of endless suspense. Looking back on the past, the history of their confrontation also gave Lin Gaoyuan this revenge battle.
Previously, the two had five fierce confrontations, with Tomokazu Zhang having a slight advantage with a 3-2 record. Among them, the scene of the final of the 2022 Budapest Championship is unforgettable.
At that time, Lin Gaoyuan once led 3-0 on aggregate, and with match points in hand, victory seemed to be within reach.
But the situation was shocking in an instant, Zhang Benzhihe won 4 games in a row like a god, completed a shocking reversal, and finally won the championship with a total score of 4-3.
This defeat is undoubtedly a heavy blow to Lin Gaoyuan. It is widely believed that after this battle, he has missed the Paris Olympics.
Now, facing Tomokazu Zhang again, Lin Gaoyuan seems to be extremely relaxed. He said he had no baggage, he just had to give it his all, he wasn't obsessed with having to win the game, and he wasn't under pressure.
He's more hungry for a great game. This low-key statement shows Lin Gaoyuan's clear understanding of his own situation. He is well aware that the outcome of the battle against Tomokazu Zhang is unpredictable, and he does not have an advantage in the past head-to-head record.
From a technical point of view, Lin Gaoyuan's basic skills are indeed better than Zhang Benzhihe. After all, the strength of the main force of national table tennis should not be underestimated. However, he also has the problem of instability in mentality.
The painful experience of leading 3-0 but losing 4 games in a row in the past is due to the fluctuation of mentality. This time, Lin Gaoyuan faced Zhang Benzhihe again, and the first thing was to let go of his burden, no longer think too much, and meet this fierce battle with the most relaxed attitude.
He did not boast about Haikou because he defeated Fan Zhendong, and this sober attitude is really appreciated. We are looking forward to Lin Gaoyuan going all out, defeating Tomokazu Zhangmoto, proving his strength, and presenting us with a wonderful match.
This matchup is undoubtedly a great opportunity for him to prove himself. In my opinion, Lin Gaoyuan is a player with a lot of potential. His technical prowess was unquestionable, however, the issue of mentality became a stumbling block in his path.
This re-confrontation with Tomokazu Zhang is both a challenge and an opportunity for him. If he can overcome his mental instability and show his true strength, he will hopefully be able to achieve good results in this match and regain recognition from the outside world.
At the same time, Tomokazu Zhang is by no means idle. His quality should not be underestimated, and his daring style can often put a lot of pressure on opponents. This match, for both sides, will be a tough battle.
Perhaps, the result of this game will be unexpected. Maybe Lin Gaoyuan will rely on his stable performance and succeed in revenge, and maybe Zhang Benzhihe will continue to stay strong and defeat Lin Gaoyuan again.
Regardless, this game is full of suspense and one can't wait to find out. In the world of sports, victory and defeat are often just a matter of thought.
And this game will undoubtedly become a classic battle in the history of table tennis. It is not only a test of the skill level of the players, but also a great challenge to their mentality and willpower.
Finally, let's cheer for Lin Gaoyuan, hoping that he can surpass himself in this game and realize his dream. At the same time, let us also send blessings to Tomokazu Zhang and look forward to his outstanding performance.
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