At 61, Ni Xialian, affectionately known as “Ping Pong Grandma,” competed joyfully in the Paris Olympics. Facing 23-year-old Chinese star Sun Yingsha, she made a memorable appearance despite not making it past the round of 32. Ni’s stunning 360-degree spin shot and her affectionate moment with husband-coach Tommy Danielsson were highlights.
Ni fulfilled her dreams of participating in the Olympics, winning a match, and competing against Sun Yingsha. “I am so happy and fulfilled,” she said.
Her story, from starting in China to representing Luxembourg, inspires many, proving that passion knows no age.
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