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Ping Pong Diplomacy 2.0: From Balls to Personal Branding

If the visit of the Chinese table tennis team to the United States in the 70s of the last century started the "ice-breaking journey" of Sino-US relations, which is a classic case of "table tennis diplomacy", in today's era, Chinese table tennis players walk out of the arena and go to the campus, community and even a broader stage, which is a new chapter of "table tennis diplomacy 2.0".

From "Small Ball Pushes Big Ball" to "Small Ball Passes Big Love"

In the past, "ping-pong diplomacy" carried more of a national strategic mission, but now, it is more like a kind of cultural communication and emotional exchange. Sun Yingsha and Wang Chuqin walked into the campus and incarnated as the "Shatou Combination" to give the children a table tennis enlightenment class, which is not only the teaching of sports skills, but also the transmission of the spirit of hard work, and the sowing of love and dreams. They interpret with their actions: table tennis can be a battlefield for competitive sports, or a bridge connecting the soul.

From "Glory for the Country" to "Personal Branding"

In the past, athletes were valued more in terms of gold medals and accolades on the field, but now they are realizing that personal branding is just as important. Sun Yingsha's endorsement of OLAY Olay and Fan Zhendong's singing of "I Love You China" have transcended the traditional identity of athletes, showing their talent and charm in other fields, and also narrowing the distance with the public. They proved with their actions that athletes can not only create brilliance on the field, but also shine on a broader stage.

From "Single Narrative" to "Multiple Expressions"

In the past, media coverage of athletes was often limited to competition results and training life, but now, with the rise of social media, athletes have more voice and channels of expression. They can show a more authentic and three-dimensional self through live broadcasts, short videos and other forms, interact with fans, and establish a closer connection. They broke the stereotype of "athletes" with their actions, showing more diverse personal values and social influence.

Implications of "Ping Pong Diplomacy 2.0":

The Power of Sport:

Sport is not only a competition, but also a bridge of cultural exchange and emotional connection, which can transcend borders, languages and cultural barriers to convey friendship, peace and love.

Manifestation of individual value:

In the new era, the value of the individual has been valued unprecedentedly, and athletes are no longer a single symbol, they have independent personality charm and social influence.

Diverse Expressions:

With the change of communication media, individuals have more diversified ways of expression, and can express themselves and convey value through different channels and forms.

"Ping Pong Diplomacy 2.0" is quietly changing our perception of sports, athletes, and personal value. It is not only an extension of table tennis, but also the embodiment of China's cultural soft power, and a new way of dialogue between China and the world in the new era.

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