Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha Claim Titles at ITTF World Championships in Doha
Chinese players dominate the men's and women's singles finals in a display of exceptional table tennis skill.
Wang Chuqin of China emerged victorious in the men's singles final at the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) World Table Tennis Championships Finals held in Doha, Qatar, on May 25, 2025. The second-seeded Wang defeated Hugo Calderano from Brazil with a score of 4-1, marking his first major singles title.
The final match commenced with a closely contested first game, tied at 3-3 before Wang regained momentum, scoring five consecutive points to clinch the game 12-10. This victory put him ahead 1-0 in the match.
Displaying dominant form, Wang easily secured the second game with an 11-3 score, extending his lead to 2-0.
Calderano responded with a strong performance in the third game, initially leading 6-2 and ultimately taking the game 11-4. However, Wang rallied back, starting the fourth game with a commanding 5-0 lead and finishing strong at 11-2, bringing the match score to 3-1. In the decisive game, Wang maintained a consistent three-point lead, ultimately sealing his victory with an 11-7 score.
Simultaneously, in the women's singles final, Sun Yingsha, the defending champion and world No. 1, triumphed over her fellow compatriot Wang Manyu in a tense 4-3 match.
The match lasted 88 minutes and featured multiple shifts in momentum.
Sun clinched the final game after saving three match points and concluded with scores of 11-8, 12-10, 8-11, 5-11, 12-10, 11-13, and 11-7.
During the final, Wang Manyu captured a pivotal lead in the deciding game but Sun's determination came to the fore as she won four consecutive points from a 7-7 tie, securing her victory.
Sun remarked on the match by highlighting the intensity produced by their long-standing rivalry.
In addition to her singles success, Sun also claimed the mixed doubles title earlier in the tournament.
Meanwhile, Wang Manyu earned a gold medal in the women’s doubles event, partnering with Kuai Man to defeat opponents Sofia Polcanova of Austria and Bernadette Szocs of Romania in straightforward fashion, winning 11-6, 11-6, 11-5 in just 21 minutes.
The Championships showcased the prowess of Chinese players, who continue to dominate the sport on the global stage.
The final match commenced with a closely contested first game, tied at 3-3 before Wang regained momentum, scoring five consecutive points to clinch the game 12-10. This victory put him ahead 1-0 in the match.
Displaying dominant form, Wang easily secured the second game with an 11-3 score, extending his lead to 2-0.
Calderano responded with a strong performance in the third game, initially leading 6-2 and ultimately taking the game 11-4. However, Wang rallied back, starting the fourth game with a commanding 5-0 lead and finishing strong at 11-2, bringing the match score to 3-1. In the decisive game, Wang maintained a consistent three-point lead, ultimately sealing his victory with an 11-7 score.
Simultaneously, in the women's singles final, Sun Yingsha, the defending champion and world No. 1, triumphed over her fellow compatriot Wang Manyu in a tense 4-3 match.
The match lasted 88 minutes and featured multiple shifts in momentum.
Sun clinched the final game after saving three match points and concluded with scores of 11-8, 12-10, 8-11, 5-11, 12-10, 11-13, and 11-7.
During the final, Wang Manyu captured a pivotal lead in the deciding game but Sun's determination came to the fore as she won four consecutive points from a 7-7 tie, securing her victory.
Sun remarked on the match by highlighting the intensity produced by their long-standing rivalry.
In addition to her singles success, Sun also claimed the mixed doubles title earlier in the tournament.
Meanwhile, Wang Manyu earned a gold medal in the women’s doubles event, partnering with Kuai Man to defeat opponents Sofia Polcanova of Austria and Bernadette Szocs of Romania in straightforward fashion, winning 11-6, 11-6, 11-5 in just 21 minutes.
The Championships showcased the prowess of Chinese players, who continue to dominate the sport on the global stage.
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