Evaluating future predictions

Predicting far ahead brings a lot of uncertainty. I think a tiered prediction is helpful, with core picks, probable choices, and contenders while noting ages for 2028. The Mixed Team World Cup picks can show which players the coaching staff trusts. For example, the pairing of Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha is really strong. As for their ages in 2028, Sun and Wang will be around 27-28, while other notable players will be slightly older. I just need to double-check those ages!Assessing team dynamics

For this team structure, we have 3 men and 3 women, plus a mixed pair of 1 male and 1 female, totaling 6 athletes. Predictions need to focus on which 3 men and 3 women to choose. The recent lineup, particularly the pairing of WQC and SYS, showcases the coaching staff’s trust. FZD is a solid singles anchor, and the second women's spot will likely be contested. However, by 2028, I'm considering that Ma Long might retire and Chen Meng could be close to retiring too.Analyzing player pipelines

I’m focusing on the men’s pipeline, with Wang Chuqin and Fan Zhendong as core players. The third spot could come from Lin Shidong, Xiang Peng, Liang Jingkun, or Lin Gaoyuan, possibly opening up for the younger Lin Shidong by 2028. For the women, Sun Yingsha is a core player, with Wang Manyu likely, and the third seat being contested among several candidates. I want to tie this back to the Mixed Team WC roster, assessing player pairings and likely partnerships for LA 2028. Rule changes may remain stable, so I’ll create a compact, insightful prediction.Predicting roster for LA 2028

I need to provide a predicted 6-person roster and alternates, focusing purely on reasoning without hallucinating facts. I’ll reference the Mixed Team World Cup roster but be careful with specifics, such as saying “based on the recent WC framework...” to indicate core players. For the men's roster, I’m considering: Wang Chuqin (as potential captain and mixed pair), Fan Zhendong for singles and team, and a third player who could be Lin Shidong if he matures, or possibly Liang Jingkun or Lin Gaoyuan as alternatives.Final lineup predictions

For the men's third pick, I’m going with Lin Shidong for long-term planning, although he wasn’t in the Mixed Team WC roster, as experienced players like Lin Gaoyuan might be preferred. However, seeing Lin Shidong's potential rise is exciting. For women, I'll choose Sun Yingsha and Wang Manyu, then consider a competitive third seat among candidates like Wang Yidi and Kuai Man. I’ll detail percentages for each player, adding notes on the selection mechanism and potential risks like injuries, while keeping my analysis concise and focused.