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Japan Secures Gold Medal Match Spot
Miwa Harimoto has led Japan to the women’s team final after a dominant 3-0 (11-8,11-5,11-0) victory over Xiaona Shan. The 16-year-old sensation sealed the deal for her team, securing a 3-2 win over Germany. Harimoto becomes the youngest medalist at the Paris 2024 Olympics, showcasing the incredible talent emerging in table tennis. Japan will now face top seed China in the gold medal match.
Hirano Regains Japan’s Lead
Miu Hirano has given Japan the lead, defeating Yuan Wan 3-0 (7-11, 6-11, 9-11) to give her team a 2-1 lead. The Japanese star’s victory sets up a crucial encounter between Miwa Harimoto and Xiaona Shan.
Can Kaufmann be stopped?
Annett Kaufmann has produced another stunning performance, defeating Miwa Harimoto 3-0 (11-9, 11-8, 11-8) to level the match for Germany. The 18-year-old German has continued her impressive run, showcasing her talent on the biggest stage, and winning this battle of the young stars against the youngest table tennis player here in Paris. Next we have Yuan Wan and Japan’s Miu Hirano who will look to put their teams ahead.
Japan’s Pair Takes Early Lead
Japan has taken the first point in the women’s team semi-final against Germany. The Japanese duo of Miu Hirano and Hina Hayata secured a 3-1 (11-3, 11-3,6-11, 11-8) victory over Xiaona Shan and Yuan Wan. The match now shifts to a highly anticipated clash of the youngsters! 18-year-old Annett Kaufmann and 16-year-old Miwa Harimoto take the stage here in South Paris Arena, as the two young stars battle it out for their respective teams.
Youth Takes Center Stage in Women’s Team Semifinal Clash Between Germany and Japan
The semifinal of the women’s team event is set to ignite as Germany faces Japan for a spot in the Gold Medal match. This match promises to be a showcase of young talent, with both teams boasting rising stars.
Germany will be relying on the exceptional form of 18-year-old Annett Kaufmann, who has been instrumental in their run to the semi-finals. The German Champion has emerged as a hero for her team, stepping up in the absence of injured teammates and saving the day against USA and India on their road to the Semifinals.
Japan, on the other hand, boasts the youngest player at the Paris Olympics, 16-year-old Miwa Harimoto. Already ranked eighth in the world, Harimoto has proven her ability to perform on the biggest stage, contributing to Japan’s silver medal finish at the ITTF World Championships Busan 2024 and bronze at the ITTF World Cup 2024.
The match between these two young talents is set to be a thrilling spectacle, highlighting the bright future of women’s table tennis.
China Women’s Team Reaches Gold Medal Match
China has secured their place in the women’s team final after a dominant 3-0 victory over Korea Republic. Chen Meng and Wang Manyu opened the match with a 3-1 win over Shin Yubin and Jeon Jihee. Sun Yingsha extended China’s lead with a commanding 3-0 victory over Lee Eunhye. Wang Manyu sealed the deal with a 3-0 win over Jeon Jihee. China’s will now get to fight for their fifth straight Team’s gold medal at the Olympics.
Sun Yingsha Extends China’s Lead
World number one Sun Yingsha has extended China’s lead to 2-0 with a dominant 3-0 (11-5, 11-1, 11-3) victory over Lee Eunhye. The Chinese star’s performance has been exceptional, putting Korea Republic under immense pressure. Wang Manyu will now face Jeon Jihee, with China on the brink of securing a place in the final.
China Takes Early Lead in Women’s Team Semifinal
China has taken the first point in the women’s team semi-final against Korea Republic. The formidable pair of Chen Meng and Wang Manyu proved too strong for Shin Yubin and Jeon Jihee, winning the opening match 3-1 (11-4, 11-5, 9-11, 11-9). The match now shifts to the singles encounters, with Sun Yingsha in action against Lee Eunhye.
Women’s Team Semifinals Take Centre Stage
With the Men’s Team semifinals concluded, all eyes are on the last 2 matches of the day, the women’s semifinals. We have China’s Women Team taking on Korea Republic. Will the Chinese continue to dominate the event and find their way to the Gold Medal match, or will Korea Republic stop the top seed? We start the match with the doubles clash between Korea Republic’s pair, Shin Yubin and Jeon Jihee and China’s pair, Wang Manyu and Chen Meng.
China Overcomes France, Reaches Men’s Team Gold Medal Match
China has secured their place in the men’s team final after a hard-fought 3-1 victory over France. Wang Chuqin and Ma Long defeated Simon Gauzy and Alexis Lebrun 3-0 (13-11, 11-5, 11-2), before Fan Zhendong won Felix Lebrun 3-1 (11-3,13-11,8-11,16-14) and Wang Chuqin defeated Alexis Lebrun (3-1, 7-11, 11-8,11-9,11-1), securing China’s place in the final. The Chinese team will now face Sweden in the gold medal match while France will battle for Bronze with Japan.
Ma Long on whether the French team will be a major threat in the future: “We don’t need to wait for the future, they are already very strong opponents now. Their performance in this competition and the world championships earlier this year proves that point. They are all young and already among the best teams in the world.”
Fan Zhendong Battles Past Fantastic Felix to Extend China’s Lead
World number 2 was made to work hard in his match against third seed, Felix Lebrun, but eventually got the 3-1 win. Fan took the first game 11-3, but Felix delivered a stunning performance to take the second game 13-11. Fan then took the next game and on the fourth, despite everything Felix was giving, Fan managed to win 16-14 to extend Team China’s lead.
China Takes Early Lead Against France
China has taken the first point in the men’s team semi-final against France. The formidable pairing of Wang Chuqin and Ma Long defeated Simon Gauzy and Alexis Lebrun 3-0 (13-11, 11-5, 11-2) to give their team a strong start. The match now shifts to the singles encounter between Fan Zhendong and Felix Lebrun, which promises to be a thrilling contest.
It’s time to find out who Sweden’s Men will play in the final
We’re underway here in South Paris Arena, with France’s Men’s team taking on favourites, China. We have Alexis Lebrun and Simon Gauzy in action against Wang Chuqin and Ma Long. Can the French crowd spur the team to deliver an upset?
