"Wang Chuqin has seen the ball, calculated its speed, direction, and height, judged whether it is travelling with topspin, backspin, left or right sidespin, or a combination of the four, decided how to return, forehand, backhand, attack, block, push, spin, and where to aim."
"It is one of the very few sports where an eight-year-old and an 88-year-old can compete on an even footing."
"The latest research shows it has therapeutic benefits for the elderly, and especially people with Parkinson's."
Wang Chuqin, the men's world No 1, exemplifies the extraordinary skill required in ping-pong, processing multiple factors in milliseconds. World Table Tennis Day was celebrated with golden tables in London, promoting the World Team Table Tennis Championships. The sport is accessible to all ages, allowing young and old to compete equally. Research indicates ping-pong offers therapeutic benefits, particularly for the elderly and those with Parkinson's disease, highlighting its versatility and importance in promoting health and social interaction.
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