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So is he still playing China Open ???

I definitely had a very biased opinion earlier. May be it was because of regional influence on how TT is perceived. Myself being a player during my hey days, was told from an young age that one has to compete with sole purpose of winning. If you lose, you have to find the flaws and improve...

I advocated retirement because quite frankly I am a disgruntled fan who really can't stand LSS calling Vladi 'so-so' and 'very slow' post the WTTC match. IMO age is not a big factor in deciding retirement. One can always be the trailblazer for his age like Federer. You can lose more frequently...

And since we all heard each other's opinion, it might be interesting if somebody sheds light on how old guys like Samsonov can improve to tackle the new guys. Diet , Yoga etc ?? Many of the old guys in the club I play often mention Samsonov as their motivation to keep going but even they are...

Folks, I am the guy who posted the original 'retarded' post. Honestly, I am posting in fear of getting banned from TTD because moderator threatened me regarding the same. I love all the TTD members and TTD itself because all of us are TT fans and spreading the same message worldwide. I was...

Dima had a bad day at office. Lost both games to Shibaev and FB

Which players are pitted against each other today ??

Lets hope he has more of good days than bad in upcoming Japan & China Open. Its quite possible he lost bit of motivation after Rio. And motivation plays even a big factor when your body is aging.

FB destroyed JM.

Bring in on dude. We all love Fang Bo and his earth shattering forehand stroke.Pls share whatever pics or stories you can get your hands on.

Mizutani played terribly. Looks like he is not yet over his defeat to the kid. Bad sportsmanship by Shibaev. Many times passed the ball to JM by kicking.

I dont agree that lower rung Chinese players below top 5 are definitely not better than Dima and other guys. I am not sure you follow the chinese super league but if these guys are let loose , will occupy most of the top 25 spots in world rankings. Irrespective of that ML remains one of the...

"Maybe this year I will continue playing, but what will happen after I don’t know.” Samsonov's quote from ITTF - http://www.ittf.com/2017/06/03/vladimir-samsonov-departs-last-time/ I hope Tai Chi master gifts his fans some more memorable matches before fading away.

I heard a story that a top national hockey team changed its post lunch drink from yoghurt smoothie to americano coffee. And it worked wonders on the performance of the team in the afternoons/evenings, so I can relate to what you are saying. Even heard Novak Djokovic gave up gluten and it...

ZJK's T-shirt says quitters never win and winners never quit. Evidence enough he will not quit??

If ZJK is fully fit and mentally prepared and he should be now that ML has equaled his record, I will be cheering for him in China Open.

FZD has some wins against ML in CNT internal competitions but ML is in a different level when stakes are high. FZD missed some sitters in game 7 but ML got in some difficult shots in difficult times. IMO, FZD has not improved great deal in last few years. At the same time, I can see ML still...

Its good to read about LGY 's ZJK interview Are you sure ZJK injuries are past issue now ?

Got it Carl. Sorry for not knowing any posting guidelines of the forum. We are all Samsonov fans. Opinons might differ. Hope he has a great year ahead.

My English may not be correct about use of phrases as such. Nothing personal to anybody. I have followed Samsonov for last 15 years and am myself a big fan of his and consider him a legend of the game. He used to challenge JVO and the mighty chinese is his hey days and I rooted for him. I am...