China Crush Japan in One Day Double Triumph to Seize Both World Team Titles and Confirm Table Tennis Supremacy

May 10, 2026 — London. The centenary ITTF World Table Tennis Championships reached its closing day, with the Chinese national table tennis team competing in two consecutive team finals on the same day. First through a comeback, then through a dominant sweep, China captured both the women’s and men’s team titles, taking home the Corbillon Cup and the Swaythling Cup in one sweep. On this day, China responded to an entire century of elite competition in the most direct and commanding manner.

The women’s team final in the morning was a battle pushed to the absolute limit. China found itself under early pressure, facing a fierce challenge from Japan and falling behind 1–2 in the overall score, with the situation becoming increasingly critical.

In the opening match, Wang Manyu came under heavy fire against Miwa Harimoto. Harimoto’s exceptional backhand control and varied rhythm quickly gave her control of the match as she took the first two games.

Although Wang Manyu fought back in the middle stages and forced a deciding game, Harimoto remained composed under pressure and closed out the match 11–4, giving Japan the opening advantage.

In the second match, Sun Yingsha stabilized China’s position. Facing Hina Hayata, she controlled the tempo from the start, applying constant pressure and preventing her opponent from building any rhythm, securing a 3–1 victory to level the tie.

The third match saw Honoka Hashimoto once again disrupt China’s rhythm. Her defensive chopping style unsettled Kuai Man, giving Japan the upper hand in extended rallies and pushing China into a must-win situation.

The fourth match became the turning point. Sun Yingsha returned to face Harimoto and delivered a dominant performance, completely controlling the tempo and sweeping the match in straight games, bringing China back level.

In the deciding match, Wang Manyu withstood immense pressure against Hina Hayata. In the most critical moments, she showed greater composure and resilience, eventually overtaking her opponent to secure victory for China.

With the final point, the Chinese women’s team completed a dramatic comeback to win the 24th Corbillon Cup in London.

If the morning belonged to survival under extreme pressure, the afternoon men’s final represented total domination.

In the opening match, Liang Jingkun faced Tomokazu Harimoto and fell into a deep deficit, trailing 0–2 and later 3–8 in the deciding game, on the brink of defeat.

At that moment, China adjusted its tactical approach, slowing the tempo and emphasizing extended rallies. Liang gradually turned the match around, winning eight consecutive points to complete an extraordinary comeback and secure the crucial first point.

In the second match, Wang Chuqin faced Sora Matsushima. Despite a strong start from the Japanese teenager, Wang stabilized under pressure and gradually took control of the match, continuing his unbeaten run in the tournament.

In the third match, Lin Shidong faced Shunsuke Togami. China adjusted the lineup to maximize matchup advantages. Despite a brief resurgence from his opponent, Lin remained composed and closed out the match to secure the title.

With the final point, China’s men’s team completed a 3–0 sweep of Japan, successfully defending their title and lifting the Swaythling Cup for the 24th time.

Thus, London on May 10, 2026, witnessed a complete cycle: from dramatic comeback to commanding dominance. China claimed both titles in a single day, defining the final chapter of the centenary World Championships.

As the century-long cycle came full circle in London, the conclusion was unmistakably clear: China remains at the very top of world table tennis.