Hongkongers aim to challenge mainland China table tennis dominance after WTT win
South China Morning Post - SportsTuesday, July 1, 2025 at 8:00:17 AM
Hong Kong’s table tennis pair Wong Chun-ting and Baldwin Chan Ho-wah just pulled off a thrilling upset, beating a mainland Chinese duo to win their first men’s doubles title at the WTT Contender in Croatia. Down to their last point, they rallied to take three straight and clinch the victory. The win has them—and fans—wondering if Hong Kong could start giving China’s long-dominant players a real run for their money.
Editor’s Note: Table tennis has been China’s playground for ages, with mainland players dominating the sport globally. This win isn’t just a feel-good underdog story—it hints at a possible shift in the competitive landscape, especially for Hong Kong, which has historically played second fiddle. If this momentum keeps up, we might see more surprises shaking up the sport’s usual hierarchy.
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