jeon Ji-hee, teh 32-year-old former South korean table tennis star, is making headlines again. After stepping away from the national team and her sponsorship with Mirae Asset Securities, she’s announced her participation in the highly anticipated Singapore Smash 2025, a World Table Tennis (WTT) series event scheduled for January 30th to February 9th.
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Her decision to compete comes after a notable absence from South Korea’s national championship. The move to China and the end of her sponsorship with Mirae Asset Securities added to the intrigue surrounding her future in the sport. Though, Jeon ji-hee’s participation in the WTT series signals a continued commitment to high-level competition.
While the specifics of her participation—team and event—remain unconfirmed, Jeon Ji-hee herself confirmed her involvement,stating,“I will participate in the Singapore competition.”
This proclamation follows a string of impressive achievements.Earlier this year, she secured a thrilling comeback victory against her longtime teammate and rival, Shin Yu-bin, in the WTT Contender Doha 2024 Women’s Singles final. The match whent the full distance, with Jeon Ji-hee ultimately prevailing 4-3 (8-11, 11-9, 14-16, 9-11, 18-16, 11-8, 11-5).This win marked her first WTT series title.
Jeon ji-hee and Shin Yu-bin have formed a formidable partnership, earning a gold medal at the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games and a silver medal at the 2023 Durban World Championships. Their contributions to South Korea’s bronze medal win in the women’s team event at the Paris Olympics—their first in 16 years—further solidified their legacy in the sport.
With Shin Yu-bin already confirmed for the women’s singles competition in Singapore,the stage is set for a potential rematch between thes two table tennis powerhouses. the Singapore Smash 2025 promises to be a thrilling event, and Jeon Ji-hee’s participation adds another layer of excitement for fans worldwide.
Interview with Table Tennis Star Jeon Ji-Hee
Interviewer: Welcome back to the world stage, Jeon Ji-Hee! Your recent announcement to compete in the Singapore smash 2025 has ignited excitement among fans worldwide.Can you tell us what sparked your decision to return to high-level competition?
Jeon Ji-Hee: It’s great to be back! After taking some time away from the national team and reflecting on my sponsorship with mirae Asset Securities, I realized that my passion for table tennis still burns brightly. I missed the thrill of competition and the challenge of pushing myself against the best in the world.The Singapore Smash presents an unbelievable opportunity to test my skills once again, and I’m eager to see where I stand.
Interviewer: Your recent triumph at the WTT contender Doha 2024, overcoming your longtime rival Shin Yu-Bin in a nail-biting seven-set match, must have given you a big confidence boost. How did that victory impact your decision to compete in Singapore?
Jeon Ji-Hee: That victory was truly special. It proved to me that I can still compete at the highest level and that my hard work is paying off.Winning against Yu-Bin, who is such a talented and formidable player, was a huge confidence booster. It solidified my belief that I’m still capable of achieving great things.
Interviewer: Speaking of Shin Yu-Bin, she’s already confirmed her participation in the women’s singles competition in Singapore. Could another epic clash be on the cards? What are your thoughts?
Jeon Ji-Hee: It would certainly be thrilling to face Yu-Bin again! Our matches are always fiercely contested and provide a spectacle for fans. We push each other to our limits, and that’s what makes our rivalry so captivating. Of course, my focus is on myself and preparing to the best of my ability. Whether we meet in Singapore or not, I’m committed to giving my all.
interviewer: thank you for your time, Jeon Ji-Hee. We’re eagerly anticipating your performance at the Singapore Smash 2025.Your return to the court is a welcome addition to the world of table tennis.
jeon Ji-Hee: Thank you for having me. I can’t wait to compete!
