Xu Xin had to be more aggressive. When he realized that, it was far too late. Maybe he was afraid of FZD. In some points deciding to win over the crowd rather than the point. Very unfortunate for such a gifted player to be so laid-back. TOO laid-back.
+John Stefanov Word, he often tries to look cooler than play to win. He mentions it in one of his interviews that it is one of his biggest weakness as a player. Indeed a waste of potential especially since he is able to play better under pressure compared to other CNT players.
Wow, amazing to see Fan take it even though he was clearly off this tournament, mentally and a bit physically. Some amazing and fun points to watch here, and even though it was another all-Chinese final I enjoyed it (could've used some more pumped-up emotion as usual). I think Adam's new favorite commentator word is "mis-hit." He's a nice guy but God I cannot stand his commentary, it really annoys me especially when he yells the same stuff and goes crazy like a biased fan.
Fan was quite "blocky" at the beginning, but once he became more aggressive, Xu's backhand was utterly crushed. Even though he used plenty of long serves in the last set, it wasn't enough to beat Fan.
I always have lots of confidence in Xu Xin. In terms of ability he can certainly beat Fan Zhendong. But Gosh I have to say Xu Xin played so horribly this time that it was unbearable for me to watch. This is another major loss against Fan Zhendong. I guess Xu Xin is after all not that interested in playing singles in Olympics. This kind of performance will not get him anywhere in the fierce competition within the chinese national team. Maybe he's already thinking of quitting. Disappointing.
+meiyou Xu Xin has a few weaknesses. It takes a few games for most players to notice them and attack accordingly. Even Ma Long never lost to Xu Xin since the beginning of 2014, and the same is happening with FZD
Good match but I'm more grateful for the commentator. Anybody know who he is? I'm glad the old dude who keeps saying 'we love it' is gone. I mean I hope he is.
A non-TT-Player will never understand what quality this match had. I think that is also one reason why TT is filmed from wrong angle nowadays. The normal person thinks in 2D on TV and wouldn´t get it. I´m in favor to change rules to a 3 cm higher net!! The sport is too fast!!
its so obvious that xu didn't played serious all the gamesm most of the time he practiced to comebacks, when he will meet fan in chinam he will be ready this toyrnament is nit so important.
It's not that XX wasn't trying. In the last 2 sets you can see - from his body language and facial expressions - that an unpleasant fact has just dawned on him. FZD is now the better player. I think that's 3 defeats in row to FZD. Not just luck.
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thank u very much sir..keep the good work going ...😉
you're nice!
9:55 was just crazy
Xu Xin had to be more aggressive. When he realized that, it was far too late. Maybe he was afraid of FZD. In some points deciding to win over the crowd rather than the point. Very unfortunate for such a gifted player to be so laid-back. TOO laid-back.
+John Stefanov Word, he often tries to look cooler than play to win. He mentions it in one of his interviews that it is one of his biggest weakness as a player. Indeed a waste of potential especially since he is able to play better under pressure compared to other CNT players.
FZD beats Xu Xin convincingly at last. The other times were more or less of some flukes, but this is a milestone for the over-achieving youth player.
Great Match, love to see both playing.
XX is an artist, but FZD is a martial artist ...
OMG XU XIN is Amazing to watch.
congratulations
Does anyone notice how much sidespin Fan Zhendong put on that backhand flick at 4:09? Incredible reflexes by Xu Xin to even return that!
这个决赛对许昕来说应该很绝望。樊振东的暴力打法完全碾压了许昕的飘逸。许昕的反手完全处于下风。如果技术上没有突破，许昕今后不可能赢樊振东了，更不要提胜马龙了。曾经飘逸的马龙，如今不但正手攻击力和衔接依然强大，而且反手也取得了重大的突破。这样才能利于乒坛顶点。希望许昕能好好总结，有所突破，达到巅峰。
Wow, amazing to see Fan take it even though he was clearly off this tournament, mentally and a bit physically. Some amazing and fun points to watch here, and even though it was another all-Chinese final I enjoyed it (could've used some more pumped-up emotion as usual). I think Adam's new favorite commentator word is "mis-hit." He's a nice guy but God I cannot stand his commentary, it really annoys me especially when he yells the same stuff and goes crazy like a biased fan.
Fan Zhendong está imparable, en un año será el número 1 a nivel TC, nadie lo podrá parar
Fan was quite "blocky" at the beginning, but once he became more aggressive, Xu's backhand was utterly crushed. Even though he used plenty of long serves in the last set, it wasn't enough to beat Fan.
Ha! 11-1 first match and we don't get to see the one point he got!
9:56 nice play :)
The intro is too damn loud (as always)
I always have lots of confidence in Xu Xin. In terms of ability he can certainly beat Fan Zhendong. But Gosh I have to say Xu Xin played so horribly this time that it was unbearable for me to watch. This is another major loss against Fan Zhendong. I guess Xu Xin is after all not that interested in playing singles in Olympics. This kind of performance will not get him anywhere in the fierce competition within the chinese national team. Maybe he's already thinking of quitting. Disappointing.
+meiyou Xu Xin has a few weaknesses. It takes a few games for most players to notice them and attack accordingly.
Even Ma Long never lost to Xu Xin since the beginning of 2014, and the same is happening with FZD
Good match but I'm more grateful for the commentator. Anybody know who he is? I'm glad the old dude who keeps saying 'we love it' is gone. I mean I hope he is.
Adam Bobrow
Wow nerves really killed XX here, lost 11 -1 in the first game. There really is no excuse for that.
Xu Xin is the king of lobbing!
+Zhe Feng The king of lobbing is J.M.Saive, but also good in this was Michael Maze, Waldner etc. XX is also good.
+Zenco Suzuki against hao shuai mizutani and of course maze are the best
+Zenco Suzuki it is obvious that XX's lobbing skill is a notch higher i must say.
+perniciousnc true and his counter loops are amazing
怎么又输了，许昕T.T
Where is Ma Long?
A non-TT-Player will never understand what quality this match had. I think that is also one reason why TT is filmed from wrong angle nowadays. The normal person thinks in 2D on TV and wouldn´t get it. I´m in favor to change rules to a 3 cm higher net!! The sport is too fast!!
Amazing... Please, don't call this 'ping pong'.
A 18 years old boy beaten xu xin again? Are you kidding me?
doesn't look like a real match.
"highlights highlights highlights"
its so obvious that xu didn't played serious all the gamesm most of the time he practiced to comebacks, when he will meet fan in chinam he will be ready this toyrnament is nit so important.
+Melissabon Nightcore what do you mean mad?
hes only 18!!!!
how old is xu xin?
+expert x 25
It's not that XX wasn't trying. In the last 2 sets you can see - from his body language and facial expressions - that an unpleasant fact has just dawned on him. FZD is now the better player. I think that's 3 defeats in row to FZD. Not just luck.
+Robert Rowles FZD better ? LOL
Yeah Xu, u lost again to Fan, next year dont cry, when he will go to Rio with Ma Long...
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xu xin is spock