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| photo courtesy of the Korea Professional Table Tennis Federation |
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| photo courtesy of the Korea Professional Table Tennis Federation |
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| photo courtesy of the Korea Professional Table Tennis Federation |
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The final round of 16 matches of the Finals, which will determine the final champion of the Dunamu Pro Table Tennis League in 2025, has been confirmed.
The Korea Professional Table Tennis Federation (KTTP) announced the opening through Media Day in the conference room of Gwangmyeong City Hall in Gyeonggi Province on the afternoon of the 12th. The Final in Gwangmyeong, which will settle the 2025 Dunamu Pro Table Tennis League, which was held twice this year (Series 1 and 2), will be held at Gwangmyeong Civic Gymnasium from the 14th to the 16th.
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| Provided by Hyun Jung-hwa, chairman of KTTP, Photo by = Korea Professional Table Tennis Federation |
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| photo courtesy of Gwangmyeong Mayor Park Seung-won = Korea Professional Table Tennis Federation |
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| Photo provided by Gwangmyeong City Council Chairman Lee Ji-seok = Korea Professional Table Tennis Federation |
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On this day's media day, officials from the Pro Table Tennis Federation, including Gwangmyeong Mayor Park Seung-won, Gwangmyeong City Council Chairman Lee Ji-seok, KTTP General Chairman Hyun Jung-hwa, and the men's and women's 16 best aces participated in the match draw. In a welcoming speech, Hyun said "The first and second tournaments of the series ended in a great success. Mayor Park Seung-won and Chairman Lee Ji-seok generously sponsored this final. Thank you from the bottom of my heart"With greetings, we will work harder to open the door for our players to communicate with their fans and improve their skills." expressed his determination. Gwangmyeong Mayor Park Seung-won said, `Gwangmyeong has the largest number of table tennis lovers. This is why he readily accepted Hyun Jung-hwa's proposal. I hope many citizens will come to the competition, which starts on the 14th. Our players, fighting!cried " Lee Ji-seok, chairman of Gwangmyeong City Council, said, `It is overwhelming to have a meaningful final in Gwangmyeong,' adding, `"Gwangmyeong table tennis lovers will feel that something miraculous is happening. It is also an honor to hold a final draw with Hyun Jung-hwa, chairman of the general committee of the table tennis myth of Korea. I saw the passion of table tennis lovers at the table tennis competition of the Mayor's Cup. Gwangmyeong citizens will cheer hard at the Pro Tak-gu Final Stadium."
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| Provided by KTTP Secretary-General Ahn Kook-hee=Korea Professional Table Tennis Federation |
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KTTP Secretary-General Ahn Kook-hee then went on stage to explain how the final was conducted. The men's and women's round of 16 players in this season's series 1-2 rankings will participate. The total prize money for the Finals will be 74 million won, 20 million won for men and women winners, 5 million won for runners-up, 2 million won for each of the semifinals and 1 million won for each of the quarterfinals. Players start with a prize of 500,000 won from the round of 16.
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| photo courtesy of the Korea Professional Table Tennis Federation |
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| photo courtesy of the Korea Professional Table Tennis Federation |
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The round of 16 draw then began with Park Kyu-hyun (Mirae Asset Securities), Jang Woo-jin (Sea), Lee Da-eun (Korea Racing Authority), and Yang Ha-eun (Korean Air), the men's and women's winners of the series 1 and 2. Joy and sorrow crossed the faces of the players who directly picked their seeds. As if they had made a promise, the male players said, "(Jang) Woo-jin only needs to avoid it." Cho Ki-jung (Hwaseong City Corporation) was selected as Jang Woo-jin's first opponent. Park Kyu-hyun will face Lee Ho-yoon (Se-ah) in the round of 16. Lee Da-eun, the first winner of the women's division, will face Kim Ha-na (Hwaseong City Corporation), and Yang Ha-eun, the second winner, will face Shim Hyun-joo (Mirae Asset Securities) in the round of 16.
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| Photo provided by Park Kyu-hyun and Jang Woo-jin = Korea Professional Table Tennis Federation |
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| photo courtesy of Lee Seung-eun = Korea Professional Table Tennis Federation |
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| Courtesy of Yu Si-woo Photo courtesy of the Korea Professional Table Tennis Federation |
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The atmosphere of the press conference that followed was tense and confident in the joy. The question for Jang Woo-jin was focused on the 'Top Ranker of the National University' question. "I want to avoid Woojin."In response to his juniors' remarks, Jang Woo-jin said, "'Externally, that's what he says, but not what he's saying inside. be always on the lookout," he said, lowering himself. Jang Woo-jin, who reached the semifinals for the second consecutive time in Macau and Montpellier at the WTT Champions, started well by playing "'Series 1-2". As it is a big stadium, I will try to repay the players with good performance and make it a festival, not just a game" expressed his determination. Park Kyu-hyun said, "I missed the second round unfortunately, but I'll prepare better and win." expressed his aspirations. About Park Kyu-hyun's declaration of war "It is very good confidence and spirit." However, he said, "(Park) Kyu-hyun is still young, so it won't be easy,' provoking "(Park) Kyu-hyun, if he comes to the finals, I will win the championship.' Park Kyu-hyun responded, `I've finished the analysis.' Park Kang-hyun (Mirae Asset Securities), who finished third in both series 1-2, said "I've been in third place, but I'm thinking about winning the final this time." "Whether I meet Jang Woo-jin or Park Kyu-hyun in the semifinals, I'm confident in both."
On-site players responded enthusiastically to the professional league series launched this year by table tennis seniors for the future of table tennis in Korea. Jang Woo-jin said, `I've experienced a lot of international competitions and Japanese leagues. Before I started the professional league, I didn't know the purpose, but after series 1, I found out that this stage was not an easy stage. In the end, it will be a big tournament, and I felt it was an important first step in developing into a true professional. "With the creation of a professional league, there will be more opportunities for juniors and young players. It is a dream stage for young players to run on. I hope you improve a lot in the future."
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| photo courtesy of Hyo-joo Choi = Korea Professional Table Tennis Federation |
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| photo courtesy of Park Kang-hyun = Korea Professional Table Tennis Federation |
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Yang Ha-eun, the winner of the women's division of the series 2, also a veteran ace, has been in business for 13 years, and it was the first time such a competition was held. Although such a competition is unfamiliar in Korea, it seems that this opportunity motivates young players and creates a good environment. I hope we can continue to play like this in the future." Yu Si-woo (Hwaseong City Corporation), who rose to stardom with his smart table tennis and pretty beauty in series 1, said "After the competition, his Instagram followers increased significantly. I'll show you a better performance and a great game. I want to go to the final this time" expressed his determination. Naturalized ace Lee Eun-hye (Korean Air) and Choi Hyo-joo (Korean Horse Racing Association) "We will do our best in each game.", but he did not hide his desire to win the championship. Lee Da-eun (Korean Air), who won the runner-up prize in the first competition, smiled at Park Ga-hyun (Korean Air), a best friend of the second competition and a close friend of Park Ga-hyun (Korean Air), saying, "I may be able to reach the semifinals, but if I do, I will take revenge this time." Park Ga-hyun said, "I've never won a championship in the business team, but I want to win this final."," he said with a twinkle in his eye.
The '2025 Dunamu Pro Table Tennis League Final in Gwangmyeong' moved the stadium facilities that were well received in the previous series to Gwangmyeong Civic Gymnasium, and significantly increased the number of stands. More than 1,400 seats are prepared, including designated seats on the first floor. We are looking forward to the successful series 1 and 2 or more. Each round of 16 tournaments will be played with 11 points and 5 games, and if they go to the final game, the last 5 games will be played with a 6 point system of 'Dopamine Explosion'.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
