At the critical moment approaching the Olympic Games, the Saudi Grand Slam event ushered in a hot topic of discussion between Lin Gaoyuan and the national table tennis team. The official not only showed high hopes for Lin Gaoyuan, but also publicly expressed his high recognition of Sun Yingsha and Wang Manyu. Among them, Lin Gaoyuan's performance was particularly eye-catching, even in the Chongqing Championship, which did not get a chance to participate, and his Olympic path seemed to be clearer as a result.
The official support for the Saudi Grand Slam is clearly based on Lin's outstanding performances in recent international competitions, especially the victory over Fan Zhendong in the World Cup, as well as the fierce duel with Ma Long. These are a testament to his competitiveness and resilience on the pitch. Although he failed to win the championship in the end, his fighting spirit and energy have won the attention and recognition of the international stage.
On the other hand, the international influence of the women's team's Sun Yingsha and Wang Manyu should not be underestimated, they not only lead in technology and tactics, but also become the benchmark in the table tennis world in spirit and style. The official recognition of the Saudi Grand Slam has undoubtedly strengthened their status as a top player, and Chen Meng's absence is thought-provoking.
In this context, Liu Guoliang needs to make important decisions as a coach, especially on the question of whether Lin Gaoyuan can get an Olympic P card. With the support and proof of many aspects, Lin Gaoyuan is not only challenging his opponent Liang Jingkun, but also more likely to become the key figure for the Chinese team to compete for more Olympic glory.
As Saudi Arabia's Grand Slam officials have done, by posting cheering videos and calling on spectators to buy tickets to participate, they are not only supporting Lin Gaoyuan, but also trying to increase the viewing and participation of the event. With the Olympic Games approaching, such event dynamics not only stimulate the fighting spirit of athletes, but also greatly enrich the multi-dimensional experience of sports events.