We, the undersigned, are deeply troubled and outraged by the repeated incidents targeting Wang Chuqin, a world-class table tennis player, during major international competitions. These acts of apparent sabotage not only undermine the integrity of the sport but also threaten the safety and fairness for athletes who dedicate their lives to table tennis.

Incidents in Question:

1. 2024 Paris Olympics: Wang Chuqin’s table tennis racket was maliciously broken by a journalist. This act disrupted his preparation and performance, causing significant distress to a top-tier athlete competing at the highest level.

2. 2025 Doha World Championship: Wang Chuqin’s table tennis rubber was deliberately torn during pre-match equipment checks, further compromising his ability to compete fairly and safely.

3. Repeated Scheduling Interference: In both the 2024 Paris Olympics and 2025 Doha events, Wang Chuqin’s matches were rescheduled to earlier times without adequate notice, leaving him insufficient time to prepare a second racket after the aforementioned equipment sabotage. This pattern of scheduling changes appears designed to disadvantage him.

These incidents are not isolated but represent a disturbing pattern of targeted actions against a prominent player. Such acts of sabotage are unacceptable in any sport and strike at the heart of fair play, sportsmanship, and the values that the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) upholds.

Our Demands: We call on the ITTF to take immediate and decisive action by:

1. Conducting a comprehensive and transparent investigation into both incidents to identify the perpetrators and circumstances behind these acts.

2. Investigating the scheduling changes that disadvantaged Wang Chuqin, including a review of how and why these decisions were made and by whom.

3. Implementing stronger security measures to protect players’ equipment and ensure a safe competitive environment.

4. Establishing strict penalties for those found guilty of sabotaging athletes’ equipment or engaging in similar misconduct.

5. Issuing a public statement addressing these incidents and outlining steps to prevent future occurrences.

Why This Matters: Table tennis is a sport built on precision, dedication, and fairness. Acts of sabotage not only harm individual players like Wang Chuqin but also erode the trust of fans, athletes, and the global sports community in the ITTF’s ability to uphold the integrity of the game. We stand with Wang Chuqin and all athletes who deserve to compete without fear of malicious interference.

Join Us: We urge all table tennis fans, athletes, and advocates for fair play to sign this petition and demand accountability from the ITTF. Together, we can ensure that the sport remains a beacon of integrity and respect. Let’s protect our athletes and the spirit of table tennis!

Sign the Petition: By adding your name, you join a global community calling for justice and fairness in table tennis. Let’s send a clear message to the ITTF that such acts will not be tolerated.