In order to become the best of the best, Wang is willing to change his technique and talk about his problems.

Last week after losing in the Grand Finals singles semifinal, he spent about 10 minutes in the mixed zone patiently taking the media's bombardment, quite a departure from his usual attitude.

"This year I have been trying to improve my backhand skills and practice new playing styles," he said

"My 2007 season was not that bad and I did my best. I am trying to get rid of my old style and draw lessons from my losses.

"If I stick to my new style, I can get back on my feet."

Wang took up table tennis when he was six so it has been difficult to alter the playing style he has used for 23 years.

As the oldest player on the national team, Wang Liqin is facing a strong challenge from a young generation led by Ma Long, Chen Qi and Hao Shuai. All three young guns took Pro Tour singles titles during the 2007 season.

Wang's once-powerful forehand and outstanding stamina have not been enough to gain the upper hand on the youngsters.

"Those young players do put a lot of pressure on the old guys like Wang Liqin and force the veterans to enhance their abilities, which is a good thing for our team," said Chinese head coach Liu Guoliang. "This competition is the key for us to maintain such a high level for decades."

According to ITTF rules, every federation has three berths for the men's and women's competitions at the Games. World No 1 Ma Lin and World Cup-holder Wang Hao have already ensured their spots in the national team's Olympic lineup, leaving only one place open for the rest of the star-studded Chinese squad.

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