Celebrations
Signature Celebrations
Fan Zhendong's iconic celebrations - a spiritual link between football and table tennis
"Siu" Jump Celebration
Cristiano Ronaldo
A recreation of Cristiano Ronaldo's iconic "Siu" jump-and-landing: leaping, spinning in the air, and spreading both arms on landing.
On December 19, 2025, after debuting in the Table Tennis Champions League for Germany's Saarbrücken club and winning his first singles victory.
Fan Zhendong performed Ronaldo's full "Siu" celebration for the entire crowd. The complete rendition shows his love for football and the composure and confidence under pressure he has learned from Ronaldo.
"Three Fingers Together" Gesture (Tribute to Curry / Original Meaning)
Fan Zhendong's original move
Index, middle, and ring fingers together, pressed to the forehead or pointed at the sky.
On November 16, 2025, after defending his title at the 15th National Games men's singles final.
The gesture sparked a 'copycat' trend in table tennis; Japan's Tomokazu Harimoto repeatedly recreated it after winning the 2025 WTT Finals, explicitly paying tribute to his idol Fan Zhendong.
Arms Crossed Over Chest
Kylian Mbappé
Arms crossed under the armpits, thumbs sticking up.
On August 4, 2024, after winning the Olympic men's singles gold and beating Truls Möregårdh in the team final in Paris.
Fan Zhendong said the atmosphere in Paris was as electrifying as a football stadium, and used this gesture to interact with the crowd.
"Calma Calma" (Hands Pressed Down)
Cristiano Ronaldo
A calming 'Calma' downward hand gesture — arms lowered naturally, palms facing down.
On August 2, 2024, after beating Félix Lebrun in the Olympic men's singles semifinal in Paris.
Meaning 'I'm right here, everyone stay calm,' it shows a strong sense of control. A longtime Real Madrid fan devoted to Ronaldo, Fan has said he admires Ronaldo's dominance in the face of boos at Camp Nou. Imitating these moves helps him draw strength from his idols and stay focused in tense finals.
Arms Open to the Crowd
Jude Bellingham
Chest out, head up, both arms fully spread to the sides.
On August 1, 2024, after a stunning comeback against Tomokazu Harimoto in the Olympic men's singles quarterfinal in Paris.
It shows the kingly aura after snatching victory from the jaws of defeat — one of his most tense moments of those Olympics.
Panda Punch / Fierce Roar
Fan Zhendong
After a win, Fan crouches slightly, plants his feet in a wide stance, clenches both fists, and throws his head back with a powerful roar — showing his absolute confidence after high-pressure clashes.
On March 19, 2023, beating Ma Long 4-1 in the WTT Singapore Smash men's singles final.
A successful title defense showing his dominance; the win came alongside the doubles crown, reflecting his technical and mental maturity. The move became his signature emotional release and victory pose.