Olympic Champion Fan Zhendong Secures Second Consecutive Table Tennis Title at china’s National Games
Macao, South China - November 16, 2025 – Fan Zhendong of Shanghai today defended his men’s singles title at the 15th China National Games, defeating Lin Shidong of Hainan in a thrilling final held in Macao. the victory marks another milestone in the decorated career of the Olympic and World Champion.
Fan’s win underscores his continued dominance in the sport, adding to a resume that already includes a career Grand Slam – Olympic Games, World Championships, and World Cup – achieved at the Paris 2024 olympics. The National Games represent a key domestic competition, fiercely contested by China’s top players and offering a crucial proving ground for national team selection.
“Each Games tells a new story at different stages of my career. It is indeed always arduous to top the podium at the National Games. What I need to do is to keep improving my skills and mentality. My next goal is to help Shanghai achieve a great result in the team event,” Fan said after the match.
Despite falling short in the final, Lin Shidong made history as the first paddler from hainan to reach the National Games men’s singles final. “This medal has exceeded my anticipation.I am satisfied with my performance, feeling proud to win the honor for my hometown,” Lin stated.
Earlier in the day, world No. 1 Wang Chuqin of Beijing secured the bronze medal, defeating Liaoning’s Yuan Licen 11-9, 11-8, 4-11, 11-5, 11-7.
