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No, Fan's serves were legit. It just got weird at the start of the third game - his opponent suddenly started with two backhand serves and then Fan did the same. They both continued like this until the end of the match. Very bizarre.

Two strange things I have never witnessed before: Fan Z has just served nearly every point with his backhand. And Liang Jingkun is using a red rubber for his forehand!

Simon wins 11-4.

Good feature. Hope you will be able to feature some from the pro scene next time. Or would the ITTF clamp down and remove the footage? Probably.

Hello, thanks for all the interesting comments on my original post.It has certainly been quite a lively debate! These are my final thoughts on the subject. I do (slightly) regret the main headline. It's not important but I have decided to alter it to 'Fastest backhand ever?' Why? Someone...

I have been super busy. Will post my second and final comment on this subject tomorrow. Nice panda.

Just read on tabletennisengland.co.uk that the winner of the forthcoming National Championships will pocket 1000 pound and the runner-up 500. This is an increase of 25% due to a new sponsor. Personally I think it's still derisory and a real embarrassment for the top players. What about the...

Darko Jorgic - Fastest backhand ever? I have been watching some of Darko's matches recently and have become so impressed with his rocket backhand. It's just incredible. I don't think any player has got a more powerful b/h right now. It's also cool that his style of play is open and great fun...

Anything new from DHS?

Great video, Dan. I think you will win that division comfortably. It would be interesting if you could list what rubbers and blade all the team are currently using. Thanks.

OK, thanks.

Has anyone tried this special Hurricane 3 rubber? Prott are selling 4 different versions for $90.

I click on the download button but nothing is happening. How long is an average download supposed to last?

I agree. The colour of the table with the lighting and floor colour is a really bad experience if you are watching on the ITTF stream. Is this really what it is going to be like for the Olympic Games? I believe they are to use the same equipment etc. Check the set up for the last two Olympics -...

Why do you think the crowd was so sparse? I thought table tennis was supposed to be popular in Japan.

Just checked and the black sponge one that you mentioned is not listed on their site. They are just selling the same national version that ttnpp have been selling for many years.

Interesting post. Where did you buy the new Globe 999?

Bring back ttcountenance! He always did the highest quality videos. It's a shame the ITTF stopped him uploading. Watching elite table tennis highlights on YouTube now is so mediocre.

Still struggling to see the ball. It's so unprofessional. It's making the tournament unwatchable. You shouldn't have to guess where the ball is! Who is to blame - The ITTF or the German tt organisation? Let's hope they get their act together for the weekend.

KK wins 11-8.