Facing off against France, who made the final for the first time since 1997, the trio of Fan Zhendong, Wang Chuqin and Ma Long helped China extend its title-winning streak in the tournament. [Photo/Xinhua]

BUSAN, South Korea -- China cruised past France 3-0 to claim its 11th consecutive men's title at the ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships Finals here on Sunday.

It was also a record-extending 23rd time that China has lifted the Swaythling Cup in history.

Facing off against France, who made the final for the first time since 1997, the trio of Fan Zhendong, Wang Chuqin and Ma Long helped China extend its title-winning streak in the tournament.

South Korea and Chinese Taipei rounded out the podium.