Table tennis, a national sport that the Chinese people are proud of, has not only given birth to countless honors and brilliance, but also created the legendary lives of many sports stars.
Among them, the name Jiang Jialiang is definitely well known to the older generation of table tennis fans. Thinking back then, Jiang Jialiang's popularity in the table tennis world was unprecedented.
As the first Chinese player to win the World Cup, every time he plays, he touches the hearts of countless fans.
And his unique style of play made it difficult for opponents to guard against him, and he was even dubbed a "liar" by foreign players. However, the title of "liar" is not derogatory, but a compliment to his superb skills.
In addition to his outstanding football skills, Jiang Jialiang's appearance is also quite online. In that era when there were no filters or beautification, his handsomeness was real.
Many fans joked that all the handsome guys have been surrendered to the state, and Jiang Jialiang is one of the best. Just when Jiang Jialiang's career was at its peak, he chose to retire.
This makes many fans feel regretful and puzzled. However, life is full of unknowns and variables. Although he left the game, Jiang Jialiang did not leave table tennis. He continues to contribute to the sport in his own way.
It is worth mentioning that Jiang Jialiang also found a happy love after retiring. He tied the knot with the then "Hundred Flowers Queen" and became a well-known couple in the entertainment industry. Now, the two have gone through many years of ups and downs hand in hand. How is Jiang Jialiang doing now?
From the pinnacle of the table tennis world to the ups and downs of the business world, his choice and persistence
In 1989, the final whistle of a World Table Tennis Championship marked the end of an era. He, the former table tennis superstar, chose to hang up his racket and retire at that moment, bidding farewell to his glorious ten-year sports career.
That game was of great significance to him, but it also became an eternal pain in his heart. Facing the strong challenges from Waldner and Appeylen, he tried his best, but in the end he could only finish second in the team.
At that moment, his heart was full of regret and unwillingness, but more importantly, he was filled with expectations and longing for the future. In fact, his condition had already begun to decline as early as the Seoul Olympics the previous year. Although
's fifth place result is not too bad, it is an indescribable loss for him, a former champion. He knew that his peak period was over, but the love in his heart prevented him from letting go of his passion for table tennis. After
retired, he did not choose an easy life. When the table tennis community in Singapore offered him an olive branch, he accepted the invitation without hesitation and went to a foreign country to serve as a coach.
There, he used his experience and wisdom to train batches of outstanding table tennis players and made great contributions to the table tennis industry in Singapore.
Living in a foreign land, he always cared about the elderly at home. In order to take care of his family, he finally chose to return to China. Facing a new living environment and challenges, he did not shrink back.
Like many people, he chose to go into business and started his business career.
The business world has been ups and downs, but he has never forgotten his original intention. In 2002, he founded his own table tennis school, dedicated to cultivating and delivering outstanding talents to the country.
He is well aware of the significance and value of table tennis to the country, and hopes to contribute to the prosperity and development of the country's table tennis industry through his own efforts.
The fall and rebirth of table tennis superstars: an unknown behind-the-scenes legend
His father, a master in the amateur team, was the person who inspired him on the path to table tennis. He has been influenced by it since childhood. At the age of 9, he was spotted by the coach of the sports school and entered the ranks of professional athletes.
At the age of 13, he has become the main force of the local table tennis team, overcoming obstacles and winning honors one after another. At the age of 18, he won his first championship and started his glorious era.
In the second year, he represented the country and stood on the highest podium in the world.He has become the leader of the national table tennis team, touching the hearts of countless people every time he appears.
In those years, his name echoed in major competitions. From 1985 to 1987, he used his unique playing style to conquer countless opponents and win numerous honors.
has been named one of the "Top Ten National Athletes" twice and one of the "Top Ten National Honorable Men" many times. His brilliance is unparalleled. Just when he was at his most glorious, a challenge came quietly.
At the 39th World Table Tennis Championships, he had a fierce battle with Swedish star Waldner. When his teammates lost one after another, he withstood the pressure and defeated his opponent with a score of 3:1, winning the men's singles championship again.
But this victory did not bring him much joy. Because he knew that he had been "targeted" by his opponent. Sure enough, not long after, the opponent developed a strategy to crack his style of play.
At that time, the country's limitations in equipment and technology also made him feel stressed. He understood that his advantage was disappearing little by little.
In the 1988 Olympic Games, he walked onto the field with a heavy heart. Although he worked hard to adjust his condition, he finally stopped in the quarterfinals. At that moment, his heart was full of regret and unwillingness. He knew that he missed the Grand Slam honor. After
retired, he did not leave table tennis. He chose another way to continue his passion. He opened a table tennis school to train a new generation of talents. His love also blossomed at this time, giving him new motivation for life.
Sweetness and challenges after the peak of the table tennis world: an unknown love legend
In 1986, when he was at the height of his career, he met Wu Yufang at a party. At that moment, it seemed as if time had stopped and there were only the two of them.
Wu Yufang, the newly promoted "Hundred Flowers Queen", although they did not know him at the time, the red thread of fate has quietly drawn them.
The conversation at the party brought the two hearts closer together. They exchanged contact information and began to communicate frequently.
Soon, love quietly sprouted, and a sweet breath filled their world. As an elite member of the national team, his love life is not easy. The news reached the coach's ears and caused a stir.
The coach was worried that romance would affect his competitive status, so he sent someone to find out about Wu Yufang. The result was gratifying, and the coach finally acquiesced to the relationship.
After marriage, they did not indulge in the gentle land, but worked hard for their dreams. He continued to work hard in the table tennis world, while she blossomed in the film world.
In the first year after marriage, his performance fluctuated. People speculated that love distracted him. Fortunately, information dissemination was relatively limited at that time, so they were able to escape.
This setback made him reflect deeply and made him cherish his relationship with Wu Yufang even more. The next year, he made a surprising decision - to retire.
He chose to go to Singapore as a coach, and Wu Yufang resolutely put down her career to stay with him.
During their days in Singapore, they lived a simple and happy life. He coached well, and she became a good wife and gave birth to two lovely daughters for him.
He was well aware of Wu Yufang's efforts and sacrifices, so after her life stabilized, he encouraged her to return to the film industry and pursue her dreams.
Now, one of them finds time to act, the other coaches a football team, and their daughters are already thriving. Life is just the right amount of beauty for this couple who have gone through ups and downs.
As an athlete who once stood at the top of the table tennis world, he has won honors for his country, but he has always remained humble and low-key. Faced with failure, he frankly admitted that he chose to retire because his skills were not as good as his talents.
This kind of calmness and open-mindedness makes people sigh: People who have experienced strong winds and waves are really different! Although he has retired for many years, his brilliant achievements in table tennis and his contribution to the country will never be forgotten.
The love legend between him and Wu Yufang has also become a hotly discussed topic. Their stories tell us: Love and career are not contradictory, as long as you have love and dreams in your heart, you can create your own wonderful life!
