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entertainment19 days ago

Timothée Chalamet’s Table Tennis Transformation for 'Marty Supreme'

Timothée Chalamet underwent extensive table tennis training to prepare for his role in 'Marty Supreme,' aiming to perform at a high level and bring authenticity to the 1950s setting, with the help of expert coaches and a dedicated training regimen, which also highlights the sport's depth and potential for broader recognition.

entertainment20 days ago

Marty Supreme Duo Aids Chalamet in Table Tennis Mastery

Diego Schaaf and Wei Wang, a duo with extensive experience in table tennis consulting, helped Timothée Chalamet train for his role in 'Marty Supreme,' a film about a mid-century table tennis champion, by teaching him techniques, coordinating match scenes, and ensuring realistic gameplay, showcasing their unique niche expertise in Hollywood sports choreography.

health2 years ago

"Prescribed Ping Pong: Therapy for Neurodegenerative Disorders"

Dr. Antonio Barbera, a former obstetrician-gynecologist living with multiple sclerosis, has launched the NeuroPong program in Fort Collins, Colorado, prescribing ping pong as a treatment for neurodegenerative diseases such as dementia and Parkinson's. The program gathers regularly to play ping pong, collecting data to determine the treatment's effectiveness and has expanded to other cities and partnered with universities. Barbera's goal is to demonstrate the positive impact of the program and provide a supportive environment for those with neurodegenerative disorders.

sports2 years ago

Royal Racket: Queen Camilla and Macron's Wife's Table Tennis Fiasco

Queen Camilla and French First Lady Brigitte Macron showcased their lack of table tennis skills during a friendly match on the second day of a state visit to France. The game, recorded by teenagers, revealed both women's need for practice. Despite their poor performance, the incident did not strain relations between the two countries, as they were seen laughing together during subsequent events.

film2 years ago

"What's Love Got to Do with Lily James' Rom-Com Charm?"

Lily James discusses her role in the romantic comedy "What's Love Got to Do with It?" and how it was the perfect amount of normal before her transformation into Pamela Anderson for "Pam & Tommy." She talks about playing a documentary filmmaker who chronicles her childhood friend's arranged marriage, her own dating pitfalls, and her feelings for her friend. James also shares her love for table tennis and how she was proud to have a dialogue scene while playing in the winds of London.

neuroscience2 years ago

Playing Table Tennis Against Robots Boosts Brain Activity.

A new study from the University of Florida has found that the brains of table tennis players react differently to human or machine opponents. When playing against a human, players' neurons work in unison, but when playing against a robotic server, neural activity desynchronizes. The study suggests that human opponents provide a realism that can't be replaced with machine helpers, and as robots grow more common and sophisticated, understanding our brains' response could help make our artificial companions more naturalistic.