The men were likewise on the receiving end of several comprehensive defeats .
The men very nearly joined their female counterparts in claiming a historic first point , falling to a heart - breaking 3 - 2 loss against China in their final match .
The men were likewise on the receiving end of several comprehensive defeats but very nearly joined their female counterparts in claiming a historic first point , falling to a heart - breaking 3 - 2 loss against China in their final match .