Paralympic champ to challenge Guo Yue in Table Tennis Worlds

The 18-year-old Partyka, who clinched¹ two qualifying games to make it to the main draw, is the only athlete with a disability in the Zagreb worlds.

"I know Guo Yue is a very good player and now I hope I can go farther in the doubles than singles," said Partyka, who had her left forearm amputated.

Partyka, who has swept numerous titles in tournaments for players with disabilities, picked a mixed doubles gold and a singles silver in the Polish national championships early this year.

Chinese coaches have told Guo to respect her first round rival, said the team's spokeswoman Xia Wa.

"Respect means you don't see your rival as a handicapped player," said Xia. "Guo will play her best in the game against Partyka."