【Explosive Headlines】Cai Zhenhua: From the king of table tennis to the hero behind the scenes, every step keeps up with the pace of the country!
The superstar of the table tennis world turned around and continued to write a new legendary chapter with patriotic feelings
Imagine a teenager, holding a small racket in his hand, in the beautiful Jiangnan water town of Wuxi, watering his love for table tennis with hard sweat.
This is not an ordinary dream-chasing story, this is the story of Cai Zhenhua, a legendary figure who carved a brilliant mark on the world with a table tennis racket.
Born in 1961, he has been involved in table tennis since he was a child, and now let's uncover the little-known and touching stories of his rise from world champion to national coach.
[Childhood dreams set sail, and the new stars of the provincial team shine]
"Xiao Cai, your ball sense is simply born for table tennis!" 12-year-old Cai Zhenhua was taken into that place full of challenges and dreams by the provincial team coach in this way.
At that time, although he was small but tenacious, his daily training was like a competition with himself, and every swing was full of expectations and longing for the future.
[Show your skills in the international arena and become famous in the world]
Fast forward to 1981, on the field of the 36th World Table Tennis Championships, Cai Zhenhua's name resounded in the sky.
He won the doubles title and the singles runner-up, which was not only a symbol of honor, but also the best reward for his countless days and nights of hard work. In the face of strong opponents, he can always calmly analyze and respond flexibly, and his dedication and love for table tennis have moved the whole world.
[New challenges of coaching in foreign countries, showing style in Italian style]
However, there are always turning points in life. In 1985, Cai Zhenhua decided to retire and married Yue Opera actor Huang Sheng.
He may not have imagined that his table tennis career would continue in another way. An invitation from Italy made him a coach in a foreign country. In the face of challenges such as language barriers and differences in living customs, Cai Zhenhua has shown amazing perseverance and wisdom.
He studied Italian with his wife and gradually integrated into the country, from opera to food. At the same time, he also used his expertise and hard work to bring the Italian table tennis team to new heights.
[Choosing at a critical moment, resolutely returning to China with the heart of the motherland]
But the most touching thing was the decision in 1989. When the Chinese table tennis team encountered difficulties in the international arena, Chairman Xu Shaofa extended an invitation to him. Faced with Italy's high salary and his wife who was about to give birth, Cai Zhenhua did not hesitate. He resolutely chose to return to China and use his experience and talent to contribute to the revival of Chinese table tennis. This deep patriotic feeling is more precious and brilliant than any honor.
[The heroes behind the scenes pay silently to create the glory of Chinese table tennis]
After returning to China, Cai Zhenhua did not stop. He is well aware that the glory of Chinese table tennis requires the joint efforts and inheritance of generation after generation. Therefore, he is willing to become a behind-the-scenes hero, using his wisdom and sweat to cultivate batches of outstanding athletes.
From Liu Guoliang to Zhang Jike to Ma Long, behind these names are Cai Zhenhua's silent hard work and sweat. He used practical actions to explain what is the real "ping pong spirit" and what is the responsibility and responsibility to win glory for the country.
【Editor's Testimonial】
After reading Cai Zhenhua's story, my heart was full of emotion and respect.
In this era of temptation and challenge, there are not many people who can give up their personal comfort and comfort for the honor and dreams of the country like him. Cai Zhenhua tells us with his own actions:
The real hero is not how high you stand on the podium, but whether you can stand up at a critical moment and contribute to the country and the people. His story is the most vivid interpretation of the word "patriotic", and it is also an inspiration and inspiration to all dreamers. In the days to come, may we all be like Cai Zhenhua with dreams in our hearts, move forward bravely, and contribute to the prosperity of the motherland!