Chen Meng in action during the match against Sun Yingsha on Aug. 3, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua]

Chen believed that there were no losers in the final match. "Because we secured both the gold and silver for China. This match upholds the honor of Chinese table tennis. The applause should be for both of us," she said.

The 30-year-old also revealed that she faced many difficulties in the past several years, including her competitive form and injuries. "Given my age and the uncertainty of future opportunities, I deeply cherished this chance to showcase the strength of the Chinese team on this grand stage of the Olympics," she added.