The People's Republic of China dominates the ITTF Mixed Team World Cup, securing a remarkable third consecutive title! But this time, the victory hits differently as it unfolds on home soil in Chengdu, leaving the crowd ecstatic.
In a thrilling final, China crushed Japan with an impressive 8–1 score on December 7th, 2025. This triumph marks their unwavering dominance since the tournament's inception in 2023, leaving no room for other nations to claim the crown.
The Chinese team showcased their unparalleled prowess, winning all 11 matches in the tournament. They demonstrated their superiority by dropping only 20 games out of the 88 played in the best-of-15 format.
The mixed doubles duo of Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha, ranked world No. 1, set the tone for the final. They swiftly defeated Matsushima Sora and Odo Satsuki 11-4, 11-4, 11-6, giving China an early 3–0 lead. Sun's performance was particularly noteworthy, as she maintained a flawless record throughout the tournament, winning all 21 games she played without dropping a single one.
Wang Manyu continued the momentum in the women's singles, effortlessly beating Harimoto Miwa 11-6, 11-7, 11-6. And while Japan's Tomokazu Harimoto managed to take the first men's singles game from Lin Shidong, Lin quickly regained control, sealing the team's victory with an 8–1 score.
The Chinese players expressed their excitement and pride in their team's performance. Wang Manyu praised the team's strength, while Lin Shidong acknowledged the trust placed in him and the support he felt from his teammates.
In the bronze medal match, Germany prevailed in a nail-biting encounter against the Republic of Korea. The deciding victory came from Sabine Winter and Nina Mittelham, who won the fifth rubber 2-1 against Lee Eunhye and Choi Hyojoo. This result denied the Republic of Korea a podium finish, a stark contrast to their silver medal achievement the previous year.
And here's a fun fact: Mixed team table tennis will make its Olympic debut at LA28, adding even more significance to China's recent dominance. But will they be able to maintain this winning streak in the Olympic arena? Only time will tell, and the world eagerly awaits the answer.
