The selection of national table tennis is always like frying a hot pot, the taste is strong enough, and it already makes people smell the fragrance and swallow saliva before they start eating. No, for the upcoming Paris Olympics, our table tennis world staged another big show: Chen Meng, the veteran went against the tide in the Saudi Grand Slam and won the precious Olympic qualification, while Wang Manyu, who was once favored by many people, unexpectedly fell off the horse and failed to grab this precious ticket.
Everyone knows that Chen Meng is not a fuel-efficient lamp, she is ruthless on the field, and fans affectionately call her "Sister Meng". In this game in Saudi Arabia, her wonderful matchups were like watching a good show, and every ball was played in a shocking way. And Wang Manyu, although his skills are comprehensive, may have been really unlucky at the decisive moment and failed to show the level he should have, which surprised the audience and himself.
But then again, Chen Meng's selection did not make everyone applaud. Some netizens didn't buy it, they felt that Wang Manyu was "hacked", how could they let her lose the election?! So, for a while, the discussion on the Internet was like a tumbling wave, and even Chen Meng's mentor, our beloved coach Ma Lin, suffered a lot of cyberbullying. Some questioned the fairness of the selection, while others directly challenged the coaching staff's decision-making.
In this case, I have to say that it is really difficult to choose people. The selection criteria of national table tennis have always been based on the principle of fairness and justice, but after all, each player's state and current performance have ups and downs, and the coaching staff needs to choose among many factors, which will inevitably cause some people to be dissatisfied. Especially on the eve of a big event like the Olympics, every decision is like walking on thin ice, and the slightest mistake can cause a cold "cold wind".
At the end of the day, Chen Meng's strength and experience are there, and her past performances in international competitions are enough to prove her strength. And Wang Manyu, although she failed to do so this time, her future is still bright, after all, she still has a lot of time to prove herself as talented. In this regard, we really need to give more understanding and support, instead of blindly questioning and criticizing.
The role of the media and society cannot be ignored in this regard. Fanning headlines can attract attention, but what is really needed is a rational and constructive voice. At such times, it is more important to spread the positive energy of sportsmanship and fair competition, rather than endless arguments and accusations.
In general, whether it is Chen Meng's perseverance or Wang Manyu's fearless challenge, they are our pride and worthy of our cheers. As fans, we should think from the perspective of first-line athletes and give them more understanding and support. After all, behind the glamour on the stage are their sweat and tears on the training ground countless times.
In the days to come, whether it is Chen Meng or Wang Manyu, or even every member of the national table tennis team, they will continue to win glory for the country on the international stage and show the demeanor of Chinese table tennis players. As spectators, we might as well put aside the controversy and put more attention on cheering and cheering for them, after all, in that glorious field, every point is not easy to achieve, and every ball landing point is full of technology and wisdom crystallization.
As for the selection of candidates, it may be difficult for us ordinary viewers to fully understand it from a professional perspective, but it is certain that every choice is not arbitrary, and is based on strict standards and comprehensive considerations. We should believe that the common goal of both the coaching staff and the athletes is to win glory for the country and the people. On this basis, we should respect and support each of their decisions.
In this exciting and challenging sporting journey, every athlete and coach is writing their own story in their own way. Their every effort and hard work is worthy of our hearts to feel and cherish. And we, as the audience, should be their most solid backing, with our understanding and support, cheering for their every game.
Let's look forward to the Paris Olympics, the national table tennis players can play their best, not only Chen Meng and Wang Manyu, but also every brave Chinese table tennis player. Let's witness their wonderful performance on the field, and witness the glory of that moment and the realization of their dreams together. In the end, regardless of the outcome, their efforts and persistence deserve our respect and praise.