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The empire is a fierce tiger, and Dongying is making a comeback?
Miwa Zhangmoto, this name completely exploded in the Japan table tennis world after the 2024 Asian Championships.
At the age of 16, the women's team champion and the women's singles runner-up, this dazzling report card made her quickly become the darling of the Japan media and was hailed as the "future star" of Japan women's table tennis.
However, those who are familiar with Miwa Zhang know that this rising star was only an unknown marginal figure at the recent Paris Olympics.
At that time, in stark contrast to the gloomy departure of his brother Tomokazu Zhangmoto, Miwa Zhangmoto, who was on the Olympic stage for the first time, did not even get much attention.
When I returned home, the deserted airport and the sporadic media all seemed to tell the cruel reality: the Olympic stadium only belongs to the strong.
In just one year, the situation has changed dramatically.
In this Asian Championships, Zhang Benmeihe showed his growth through wonderful victories.
The strong forehand, flexible pace, and the momentum of not admitting defeat all make people see the hope for the future of Japan women's table tennis.
The Japan media was boiling, and the reports were overwhelming, as if to push the 16-year-old girl to the altar.
They analyzed her technique, praised her spirit, and even began to blueprint for her future.
However, in this praise, there is also a hint of concern: Zhang Benmeihe's backhand technique has always been a key shortcoming that restricts her from going further.
"Her backhand is like a layer of window paper, which is easy for opponents to see through, and once it is targeted, it will fall into passivity."
A senior table tennis commentator said.
Zhang Benmei and herself are well aware of this, in an interview, she admitted: "My backhand still needs to be strengthened, and I hope to find a good coach to help me improve my skills." ”
As soon as the words fell, a bold idea quietly spread in the Japan table tennis world: invite Zhang Jike to coach Miwa Zhangmoto!
This idea sounds crazy at first glance, after all, Zhang Jike is a Chinese table tennis legend, and the name of "Imperial Fierce Tiger" is even more thunderous in the hearts of Japan fans.
If you think about it, it's not entirely impossible.
First of all, Zhang Jike has been retired for many years and is currently not the coach of any team, so he is relatively free in time.
Secondly, Zhang Jike has super popularity in Japan, and the Japan table tennis community can take advantage of this to provide him with favorable treatment and working conditions.
The most important thing is that Zhang Jike's backhand twisting and pulling technique can be called the "textbook" of the world table tennis world, if he can teach this stunt to Zhang Benmeihe, it will undoubtedly make him like a tiger.
"Zhang Jike's arrival will be an earthquake in the Japan table tennis world!"
A Japan media person said excitedly. However, the premise of all this is that Zhang Jike is willing to accept this invitation.
Will this former "Imperial Fierce Tiger" choose to help his former opponent and improve his strength?
The answer, perhaps, will only be revealed in time.
Technological shortcomings and the Imperial Tiger: A big gamble on the future
Zhang Benmeihe's backhand problem was exposed at the Asian Championships. In the final against China's Sun Yingsha, at the beginning of the match, Zhang Benmeihe once had the upper hand with a fierce forehand and flexible pace.
However, as the match progressed, Sun gradually found a way to deal with Zhang Benmeiwa: frequently attacking her backhand.
Changing lines again and again, attacking sideways again and again, Zhang Benmeihe's backhand was like a flat boat in the stormy waves, crumbling.
In the end, 0:4, Zhang Benmei and completely defeated.
After the game, in the face of reporters' questions, Zhang Benmeihe had tears in her eyes: "My backhand is still not good enough, if I can have strong backhand skills like Sun Yingsha, the result of this game may not be the same." ”
Her words made the Japan table tennis community more determined to invite Zhang Jike.
The name Zhang Jike, for Chinese fans, represents glory and legend; In the eyes of Japan fans, he is an object of awe and a target for them to constantly challenge.
"Imperial Fierce Tiger", this title is not only the best interpretation of Zhang Jike's domineering performance on the field, but also a recognition of his strong strength. His backhand twisting and pulling technique, known as a "textbook" level existence, is fast, powerful, and tricky angles, and is a nightmare for countless opponents.
"Zhang Jike's backhand is the strongest I have ever seen, there is no one."
Japan star Mizutani Hayabusa once commented.
If Zhang Jike can coach Miwa Zhang and teach his backhand skills, then the future of this Japanese girl will be limitless.
However, it was not easy to invite Zhang Jike. First of all, Zhang Jike's patriotic feelings are well known.
Whether he is willing to coach his former opponent and help Japan table tennis improve its strength is a huge question mark.
Secondly, Zhang Jike currently has a wealth of resources and contacts in China, and if he chooses to coach in Japan, it means giving up all this and starting over.
Finally, Zhang Jike's personality is notoriously "unruly", and it is also unknown whether he can adapt to the training mode and management style of Japan table tennis.
Despite many difficulties, the Japan table tennis community persevered.
They believe that as long as they pay enough sincerity, they will be able to impress Zhang Jike.
After all, it's a great temptation for any good coach to be able to turn a talented player into a world champion. And Zhang Benmeihe is undoubtedly a piece of jade, waiting to be carved by a famous teacher.
A gamble on the future is quietly unfolding......
The shadow of the Tokyo Olympics: Sino-Japanese table tennis, fateful showdown
The rise of Miwa Zhangmoto and the rumors of the invitation of Zhang Jike by the Japan table tennis community have cast a shadow on the future of Sino-Japanese table tennis.
The Chinese table tennis team has long dominated the international arena, while the Japan team is our strongest competitor.
Since the 80s of the last century, China and Japan have been fiercely competing in table tennis.
Liu Guoliang, Kong Linghui, Deng Yaping, Wang Nan......
Generations of athletes of the Chinese table tennis team have built this invincible "dream team" with sweat and hard work.
In recent years, with the improvement of Japan's table tennis strength, the dominance of the Chinese team has begun to be challenged.
At the 2016 Rio Olympics, the Japan women's team unexpectedly defeated the Chinese team and won the silver medal, ending the Chinese team's dominance for many years.
At the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, the Japan team won the mixed doubles gold medal in history, but the Chinese team was a little embarrassed this time. These failures have put a lot of pressure on the Chinese table tennis team.
And the birth of Miwa Zhangmoto has added new chips to Japan table tennis. If she can further improve her strength under the guidance of Zhang Jike, then it will be a huge threat to the Chinese women's table tennis.
We can't let our guard down, the Japan table tennis team is making rapid progress, and we have to work harder to stay ahead.
Li Falcon said in an interview. Facing the challenge of the Japan table tennis team, the Chinese team is also trying to change.
It is necessary to pay attention to the training of young players and reserve talents for the future. At the same time, they are constantly trying new training methods to improve their technical and tactical skills.
A new Sino-Japanese table tennis battle is brewing.
National Complex and Career Pursuit: Zhang Jike, where will he go?
As a Chinese, he may know that the competition between China and Japan in table tennis is fierce.
If he chooses to coach Miwa Zhang and help the Japan team improve its strength, then he will face huge public pressure and may even be labeled a "traitor".
On the other hand, as a professional table tennis coach, he is eager to pass on his experience and skills to more young players and help them achieve their dreams.
And Miwa Zhang is undoubtedly a talented player, and if he can get his guidance, the future is limitless.
On the one hand, there is a national complex, and on the other hand, there is a career pursuit, how should Zhang Jike choose?
There is no standard answer to this question.
Some people believe that Zhang Jike should focus on the overall situation, refuse the invitation of the Japan team, and continue to contribute to the cause of Chinese table tennis.
Some people also believe that Zhang Jike should pursue his dreams and choose the most suitable development path for himself, even if this path is full of thorns.
Some people also believe that Zhang Jike can follow the example of Lang Ping when he coached the United States women's volleyball team, cooperate with the Japan table tennis community without violating principles, and contribute to the table tennis exchanges between the two countries.
He has already paid his youth and sweat for Chinese table tennis, and the rest of his life should be decided by himself.
Future star, where is the road? Sino-Japanese table tennis, who can have the last laugh? The future of Miwa Zhang is full of infinite possibilities.
If she can overcome her own shortcomings and continue to improve her strength, then she will have the opportunity to become a top player in the world table tennis and even have the opportunity to challenge the hegemony of the Chinese team.
The road to competitive sports is never easy.
Whether Zhang Benmeihe can withstand the pressure, overcome various difficulties, and finally realize his dream remains to be tested by time.
The future of table tennis between China and Japan will be even more confusing.
With the emergence of a new generation of players, the competition between the two countries will become more and more intense.
Who will have the last laugh, let's wait and see!
epilogue
Zhang Benmeihe's rapid growth, Zhang Jike's future choice, and the prospects of the Sino-Japanese table tennis team......
These questions will soon be answered.
And we, as witnesses of this great drama of the times, can do all we can wait quietly and send blessings to all athletes, hoping that they can show their best selves on the field and dedicate more exciting games to us.
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