World Table Tennis Celebrated at the 2024 Weibo Grand Occasion

World Table Tennis (WTT) garnered major recognition at the 2024 Weibo Grand Occasion on November 14, receiving the “Impactful Event of the Year” award. This prestigious annual ceremony, co-hosted by Weibo and Migu, is a highlight in China’s social media landscape, honoring outstanding achievements in sports and literature.

WTT shared the event spotlight with other esteemed sports organizations, including the China Football Super League (CSL), the China Men’s Basketball Professional League (CBA), the China Open Tennis, the League of Legends Professional League (LPL), and the King of Glory Professional League (KPL). This award underscores WTT’s influence in Chinese sports entertainment, as it continues to present world-class table tennis competitions to a global audience.

Individual athletes were also celebrated, with Chen Meng winning “Outstanding Athlete of the Year” for her impressive achievements in 2024, which include a gold medal at the Paris Olympics and a victory at the Saudi Smash 2024, highlighting her continued excellence on the world stage.

Additionally, Lin Gaoyuan, with over 1.8 million followers on Weibo, received the “Social Impact Player of the Year” award. Known for his vibrant presence both in sports and on social media, Lin has become one of the sport’s most influential figures, engaging fans with his unique style and charisma.

This recognition from the Weibo Grand Occasion solidifies table tennis’s status as one of China’s most cherished and impactful sports.