The WTT Europe Smash finals in Malmo delivered a showcase of world-class table tennis as Sun Yingsha and Wang Manyu faced off in their 11th singles meeting.
Sun, the world No. 1 from the Chinese mainland, clinched her fourth WTT Grand Smash singles title in a nail-biting six-game battle. The opener saw Sun narrowly edge past Wang Manyu 12-10, then extend her lead with an 11-9 win in game two.
Wang responded by taking the third game 11-5 and the fourth 12-10, leveling the match at 2-2. But Sun's composure and aggressive backhands propelled her through the fifth (11-6) and sixth (11-5) games, sealing the victory.
This win not only underscores Sun's dominance—now four Grand Smash titles—but also highlights the depth of talent from the Chinese mainland on the global stage. Fans can expect more gripping rivalries as both stars prepare for upcoming international tournaments.
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Sun wins fourth WTT Grand Smash singles title, Moregard makes history
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