Chen Meng Defends Olympic Table Tennis Title

At the 2024 Paris Olympics, China's Chen Meng successfully defended her women's singles table tennis title by defeating teammate Sun Yingsha 4-2, marking a repeat of their Tokyo 2020 final. Chen's victory makes her the third female player to win gold in singles at consecutive Olympics, showcasing China's dominance in the sport with their 10th straight gold in this event. Sun, despite the loss, adds a silver medal to her accolades after winning gold in the mixed doubles earlier in the tournament. The bronze medal was claimed by Japan's Hina Hayata, who triumphed over South Korea's Shin Yu-bin 4-2 in a closely contested match. Fan Zhendong also advanced to the finals in the men's singles, indicating China's strong performance across table tennis events. The continuous success of Chinese athletes illustrates their exceptional talent and preparation in the sport.