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Félix Lebrun Defeats World No. 2 Lin Shidong in WTT Semi-Final

In a stunning performance at the WTT Champions in Montpellier, 18-year-old Félix Lebrun secures a place in the finals after beating China's Lin Shidong.

  • Félix Lebrun, a rising star in table tennis, showcased exceptional skill and mental fortitude to defeat Lin Shidong, the world number two, in the semi-finals.
  • Lebrun's victory follows a significant win against his older brother Alexis in the quarter-finals, marking his first professional victory over him.
  • The match against Lin Shidong was characterized by intense rallies and strategic play, with Lebrun taking an early lead and maintaining his composure throughout.
  • Félix's win has energized the local crowd in Montpellier, where the tournament is being held, highlighting the growing popularity of table tennis in France.
  • With this victory, Lebrun advances to the finals, where he will face Japan's Tomokazu Harimoto, who defeated Germany's Benedikt Duda in the other semi-final.
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