Japanese table tennis star Ishikawa Kasumi retired： thanks to China table tennis and China fans.

　　On May 1st, Beijing time, Ishikawa Kasumi, a famous Japanese table tennis player, posted on social media and officially announced his retirement.

　　"I have decided to retire after the WTT Macau Championship in April. I hope that I can concentrate and go all out in the last game of active service, just like every other game. I am really sorry that I failed to announce my retirement in advance before the game. "

　　"After entering 2023, I feel that every game may be the last game of my table tennis career. I have been carrying this idea and have gone all out to face and enjoy every game. Now, I feel that I have been very satisfied with my table tennis career and have done my best, so I made a decision to retire calmly. "

　　Ishikawa Kasumi

　　"I started to learn to play at the age of 7, and my 23-year ping-pong career has brought me the most valuable experience in my life. Since the London Olympics, I have won medals in three consecutive Olympic Games, won the world championship in mixed doubles, and won five championships in all-Japan championships. In my career, there are many games worth remembering. "

　　"Since I was 14 years old, I have participated in various international competitions as a member of the Japanese national team. For a long time, I have been able to compete at the top level in the world, and many dreams have come true, which makes me very happy and happy."

　　Ishikawa Kasumi also talked about her relationship with China table tennis in her retirement article and expressed her gratitude.

　　"Since middle school, I have been training with coach China at every stage. Along the way, I have met many coaches who have helped me, which is very precious to me. I have also started to contact and absorb China culture and Chinese a little bit. Because I know Chinese, I can communicate with friends and fans in China. I am really happy."

　　"Every time I compete in China, I can feel your enthusiasm. Thank you for the strength and warmth you have always brought me!"

　　"No matter when I am happy to win, or when I am depressed after the game, you will accompany me all the time. I hope that the fans who have watched me play will have a positive attitude in the face of every day in the future, which will make me happy. "

　　Ishikawa Kasumi also looked forward to the future in the article: "From now on, although everything is a new beginning, I will never forget the attitude that the ping-pong spirit has brought me challenges. I will face various challenges and look forward to it. I really appreciate your support all the time!"

　　It is reported that Ishikawa Kasumi’s retirement press conference will be held on May 18th, at which she will share her mental journey with the fans in more detail.