Wang Chen (table tennis)

Wang Chen (Chinese: 王晨; pinyin: Wáng Chén; born 14 January 1974) is a retired table tennis player from the United States of America.

In this Chinese name, the family name is Wang.
Wang Chen
Native name王晨
Nationality China
 United States
ResidenceNew York City, New York, United States
Born (1974-01-17) 17 January 1974
Shanghai, China
Table tennis career
Playing styleShakehand
Medal record
Women's table tennis
Representing  United States
Pan American Games
Bronze medal – third place 2007 Rio de Janeiro Singles

Born in Shanghai, China, she moved to the United States in 2000 and currently resides in New York City. There she met her landlord (Jerry Wartski) who began to sponsor her in tournaments.

She competed at the 2008 Summer Olympics, reaching the quarterfinals of the singles competition. She also competed in the team competition, where they reached the play-off round for the bronze medal.

She announced her retirement on 21 August 2008.[1]

References
  1. "Former Chinese table tennis player Wang Chen announces retirement". Xinhua. 21 August 2008. Archived from the original on August 24, 2008. Retrieved 14 January 2009.


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