Grand Slam: Snatching Olympic Gold from the Jaws of Defeat

"The one thing China never runs short of in table tennis is champions!"

"If they let you play, then you're a champion. If they don't, you're nothing!"

Once upon a time, these words were taken as a sign of confidence, as a show of strength.

But looking back now, people suddenly realize

what kind of hegemony lies behind them.

"Wang Zhe can absolutely represent the country!"

"The rules can be changed! We have to let him play singles!"

"Your job is to defend your half of the bracket and make it to the final against Wang Zhe. Don't think about winning the championship!"

Hegemony, targeting, all kinds of injustice,

suspensions, injuries, and closed-door training.

Before the Bali Olympics arrived, everyone thought Fan Xiaodong had lost his place as a top player. At best, he could only serve as a stepping stone on Wang Zhe's path to glory, or perhaps just a discarded pawn enjoying one last flash of life.

Little did they know that when the body reaches its limit, an unyielding will can help you fight your way out.

This novel and its characters are entirely fictional. Any resemblance to actual people or events is purely coincidental. Do not imitate.