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I'm having to relent more and more that shakehand has a significant advantage over penhold. The rise of FZD and his backhand oriented game is like the paper to XX rock forehand - he absolutely smothers him.

I respect Dima trying new things. Not being concerned about his current standing, rather taking a hit if necessary for the purpose of improving. Whether he sticks with the DHS or not, I admire that he is willing to step outside of his comfort zone and take drastic measures not just to improve...

Does rubber hardness play a factor if the two rubbers are identical?

I should also add in my experience, looping a plastic ball using the shake hand grip is more rewarding, just as looping a celluloid ball is much more rewarding using a penhold.

As much as I hate to say, the new ball will likely be the death of penhold. The heavier ball requires greater conditioning to perform at the same level as shake hand. Plus, the added spin advantage has diminished enough for next generation of coaches (i suspect) to argue too much effort for too...

Stiga intensity NCT? I have the penhold version and it had fled while the NCT coating definitely helps with speed.

It goes without saying of course proper stretching and nutrition reduces risks of injuries from intense training. Physicals (chiropractors in particular in my experience) can help identify physiological nuances that can become increasingly problematic with age and wear. Something to be mindful...

Another point to add regarding this rule. It gives sponsored players an unfair advantage over regular players. Pros can legally play with boosted rubbers (I'm sure DHS boosts rubbers to ML, XX, FZD, ZJK etc specifications, coupled with customized higher quality gear which we can't afford). My...

It is not illegal if they get it boosted from the factory. Stop calling TT pros cheaters.

Are there any non Chinese players using/sponsored by DHS?

I really want this to be true. What better way to overcome a powerful opponent than studying him first?

All right, I'm going to give you homework. Next time you see him, ask to see his paddle. If he doesn't show it come tell us. If he does show it, look for the following: 1) where did he buy it from? 2) name of the rubbers on each side (you can find the name where the handle on the paddle...

I think they should take this rule to the next level. A player should be able to chose which coach he gets advice from - his own or his opponent's. Also, coaches should be allowed to blast air horns in order to make it more challenging for opposing players to hear advice. Also also, coaches...

ML didn't look unconcerned, he looked fatigued. To be expected really after his Rio performance.

hahahahahahahaha!

I heard by propose ZJK's new nickname should be DJK, for Damn! Jike!

Also, my follow up question... in what regards to the Olympics and ITTF overlap? What I'm trying to ascertain is, is it legal to boost in the Olympics?

But see, ZJK play style haven't changed at all in these past 4 years. He is doing exactly what he did 4 years ago, and while it was revolutionary then, it isn't now. ML on the other hand has adapted with time. Even his equipment has been upgraded to keep up with him (new blade and an entirely...

If it was rigged, the score wouldn't have made him look so bad. No, the score is exactly as it should be, hard work and hunger beat injury and complacency.

Because ZJK is not some piddly player playing in some piddly tournament. There are actual stakes involved, legit high stakes at that.