Ma Long: The Greatest of All Time
When table tennis historians speak of perfection, they speak of Ma Long. The “Dragon” has crafted a legacy so profound it has forever altered how the sport is played, understood, and revered. His two Olympic singles gold medals (2016, 2020) tell only part of the story – it was his unprecedented three consecutive World Championships (2015, 2017, 2019) that showcased his absolute dominance of the sport.
His record-breaking 64-month reign as world number one stands as testament to a level of consistency that may never be matched. Ma’s forehand loop, considered the technical pinnacle in table tennis history, has become the gold standard against which all others are measured. His sixth Olympic gold medal at Paris 2024 (Team) made him not only the most decorated table tennis player in Olympic history but also the Chinese athlete with the most Olympic gold medals, adding to his…
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