The top 20 players of the first world rankings of the year earn direct berths to the Beijing Olympics, though no more than two players from one association can be chosen on ranking alone. An association's third ticket is determined after the continent's qualifier.

With Zhang and Guo's firm grip on the top two world rankings, the fight for the final Olympic ticket is an intense tug-of-war between Wang and teenager Li

With three singles titles from last year's ITTF Pro Tour under her belt, Li is already a strong candidate for China's Olympic team. Her chances were given another boost after she won last month's Pro Tour Grand Finals.

Wang was able to take some points back after a crucial victory at the World Cup singles final in September. She also capped up a difficult season last month in Hunan in fashionable style, beating Li at the high-profile Champions Cup.

"I am satisfied with the whole season. I am also glad to see that I am still able to win big matches even though I am older than my teammates.

"People had doubts early in 2007 if I still had the ability to compete in higher level competition. Now I have proven they were wrong."

Apart from titles and Olympic points, Wang was especially pleased with her perfect record against overseas rivals throughout the season.

"I know gaining enough points is very important. But I think my comprehensive ability will play a more important role," said Wang, who won singles and doubles gold in Sydney and doubles gold in Athens.

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