Ma Long vs Fan Zhendong: Who is the GOAT?

Ma Long
China

Fan Zhendong
China
🏓 Table Tennis • Career Comparison
The Ma Long vs Fan Zhendong GOAT debate is one of the most iconic in table tennis history. Compare their complete career stats, championships, individual awards, and head-to-head records side by side. Who leads in more categories? Who had the better peak? Cast your vote and settle the table tennis GOAT debate once and for all.
Compare Players
Ma Long
China
Fan Zhendong
China
Head-to-Head Score

Long
3

Zhendong
2
Out of 5 statistical categories
Why They're GOATs

Why
Long is a GOAT

Why
Zhendong is a GOAT
Skills Comparison
Career Peak Season
Best Olympic Golds in a single season
Long
2
2016
BESTZhendong
1
2021
Detailed Statistics
Titles
Olympic Golds Over Time
Comparing players by career season (Year 1 = rookie season)
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Browse All PlayersThe GOAT Verdict
In the Ma Long vs Fan Zhendong GOAT debate, the numbers tell a compelling story. Across 5 statistical categories, Ma Long leads in 3 categories while Fan Zhendong leads in 2.
Looking at peak performance in Olympic Golds, Ma Long reached 2 in 2016, while Fan Zhendong hit 1 in 2021.
Ultimately, the table tennis GOAT debate between Ma Long and Fan Zhendong comes down to what you value most: raw statistics, championships, longevity, or peak dominance. Cast your vote above and see how the community weighs in on this legendary table tennis rivalry.
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