Las Vegas played host on Friday to the much-anticipated draw ceremony for the WTT United States Smash, unveiling the brackets for one of table tennis' most electrifying events. With 16 players from Team China entered, expectations are sky-high for the world's top stars.
On the women's side, world No. 1 Sun Yingsha leads a strong squad of nine. She kicks off her campaign against Australia's Yangzi Liu, while second seed Wang Manyu draws Sweden's Christina Kallberg in the first round. The depth of China's lineup, featuring a blend of power hitters and tactical masters, sets the stage for fierce competition.
The men's draw spotlights seven Chinese athletes, headed by top seed Lin Shidong. Lin opens against France's Thibault Poret, aiming to build momentum. Rising stars Wang Chuqin and Liang Jingkun each face determined qualifiers, illustrating the bracket's unpredictable nature.
With prize money, ranking points, and international prestige on the line, the WTT United States Smash promises fast-paced drama. Young global fans and tech-savvy followers can catch live stats and streaming updates as these table tennis titans battle it out on the Las Vegas stage.
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WTT United States Smash draw unveiled featuring top seeds from China
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