BREAKING: Table Tennis Sensation LIANG Jingkun Shocks the World with Retirement Announcement
Beijing, China – In a stunning move that has left the table tennis community reeling, reigning world champion and top-ranked player Ma Long has announced his retirement from professional competition, effective immediately.
Ma Long, 31, has been considered the greatest table tennis player of all time, with a record 12 World Championships titles, including five consecutive titles from 2013 to 2017. He has also won a record 18 World Tour titles and has held the number one ranking in the world for a record-breaking 73 months.
The news of his retirement came suddenly, with Ma Long making the announcement during a press conference at the China National Table Tennis Team’s training center. According to sources, Ma Long had been struggling with injuries and personal issues in recent years, which had taken a toll on his performance.
“I have always given my all to this sport, and I am proud of what I have achieved,” Ma Long said, his voice trembling with emotion. “But I feel that it is time for me to step away from the table. I want to focus on my personal life and find happiness outside of the sport.”
Ma Long’s retirement sends shockwaves through the table tennis world, as he was widely regarded as the greatest player of all time. His dominance on the table has inspired countless young players around the world, and his retirement will leave a huge void in the sport.
“This is a huge loss for our sport,” said International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) President Thomas Weikert. “Ma Long is an icon and a legend of table tennis. He has inspired generations of players and has been an incredible ambassador for our sport.”
The news of Ma Long’s retirement comes just days before the ITTF World Team Championships, which is set to take place in Busan, South Korea from November 28th to December 5th. The tournament is expected to be highly competitive, with several top-ranked teams vying for gold.
Ma Long’s decision to retire is expected to send ripples throughout the table tennis world, as players and fans alike struggle to come to terms with the loss of their hero.
