In the world of competitive sports, few stories are as compelling—and heartbreaking—as that of rising table tennis star Wang Manyu. Just before the semifinal of the Chongqing Championship, she ...

However, she faced a disheartening 1-3 defeat against China's Chen Xingtong in the Round of 16, narrowly missing the chance to advance. Shin’s defeat was indicative of a wider trend, as other key ...