Tin-Tin HO is aiming for a record-equalling seventh Women’s Singles title as the Mark Bates Ltd English Senior National Championships begin on Friday. Last year, HO won her sixth national title, moving within one victory of Jill PARKER (HAMMERSLEY), the 1976 European champion, who holds the all-time record. She will face tough competition, particularly from second seed Tianer YU, who pushed HO to seven games in last year’s semi-final. Also among the top contenders are last year’s silver medallist Jasmin WONG and Ella PASHLEY, both of whom competed alongside HO and YU for England at the European Championships Qualifying Tournament in January. Notably, HO is the only past champion in the Women’s Singles draw. Men’s Singles – Pitchford Targets Seventh Title In contrast to the Women’s Singles, the Men’s Singles field includes four past champions, making for an exciting and unpredictable tournament. Liam PITCHFORD, the top seed, is looking to secure his seventh national title, which would put him level with last year’s winner. The all-time record remains with Desmond DOUGLAS, who won 11 titles. Among his challengers are: Doubles Events – Defending Champions and New Partnerships Paralympic Medallists Lead Para Events The championships will also feature Para competitions in Class 2-5 and Class 6-10. The four leading seeds are all Paralympic medallists: With top British players across all categories, the 2024 English National Championships promise to be a thrilling event, with records on the line and fierce competition throughout the weekend. 4o

The Hungarian National Table Tennis Championships 2025 will take place from March 21–23 in the city of Cegléd, marking a historic milestone as the Hungarian Para National Championships will be held simultaneously on March 22 for the first time in the tournament’s 120-year history. A total of 197 players have entered the five events, with the men’s singles attracting the largest field of 108 competitors. The number of participants has steadily increased over the past five years, reflecting the growing interest in the sport. Men’s Singles – An Open Battle for the Title The men’s singles competition is expected to be highly competitive, with a wide-open field. The leading contenders include: However, they will face strong challenges from Hungary’s top junior players: With such a competitive lineup, an intense battle for the title is anticipated. Women’s Singles – POTA the Leading Favorite In the women’s singles, Georgina POTA is the top favorite to claim the title. However, several strong contenders could pose a serious threat, including: With a mix of experience and rising talent, surprises in the women’s competition cannot be ruled out. Defending Champions Tournament Schedule Friday, March 21 Saturday, March 22 Sunday, March 23 Live Streaming Links Fans can follow the action live on YouTube:

For the second consecutive year, the German Table Tennis Championships for Women and Men will be part of a unique and large-scale event: the “German Table Tennis Finals”. Taking place from June 6–9 in Erfurt, this tournament will bring together a wide range of players, making it one of the most significant table tennis events in Germany. A Multi-Level Competition Unlike traditional national championships, this event extends beyond elite-level play, featuring:

The Dutch National Table Tennis Championships will take place at Landstede Sportcentrum in Zwolle this weekend, showcasing the best players from the Netherlands in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles categories. With last year’s champions returning to defend their titles and rising young talents aiming for their first national crowns, the tournament promises high-level competition. Schedule and Draw Information The full schedule of the championships can be found at NTTB Tournament Website.The draw will be finalized this evening and will be available late at night via the same link. It will also be published on the NTTB’s social media channels on Saturday morning. 2024 Champions Women’s Singles – Title Defense for HELLE or a Comeback for MEN? With Britt EERLAND, the top favorite, forced to withdraw due to injury, the women’s singles title race is wide open. The top two contenders are: With EERLAND out of the competition, both MEN and HELLE have a strong chance of securing the national crown, though surprises from emerging talents cannot be ruled out. Men’s Singles – Four Top Contenders, Two Rising Stars The men’s singles event is expected to be highly competitive, with four leading players and two young outsiders in the mix. Main contenders: Potential surprises: Doubles and Mixed Doubles – Strong Pairs Ready to Compete In the doubles events, last year’s champions will aim to defend their titles, but strong opposition is expected.

The Belgian National Championships will take place at LeuzArena on March 22–23, featuring the strongest lineup in recent years, with all top Belgian players confirmed to participate. Men’s Singles – LAMBIET Faces Tough Challenge Defending champion Florent LAMBIET will have a difficult task retaining his title in a highly competitive field. Cédric NUYTINCK, a five-time national champion, is among the frontrunners alongside Adrien RASSENFOSSE, who claimed the title in 2023. Martin ALLEGRO, Belgium’s highest-ranked player internationally, will also be a serious contender, despite having never won the national title. A total of 41 players will battle for the crown this weekend. Women’s Singles – MARCHETTI Aiming for Sixth Title In the Women’s Singles, Nathalie MARCHETTI enters as the top favorite, having already secured five national titles. Her main challengers include Margo DEGRAEF, the 2019 champion, and Daria MITYUKOVA, a three-time winner. Lilou MASSART is another strong contender, aiming for her first national title, while promising young talents such as Julie VAN HAUWAERT, Lotte NUYTTENS, Lessia LEWYCKYJ, Kathe DE MEYER, and Sara DEVOS could cause surprises. A total of 27 players will compete for the title. Doubles Events – Strong Pairs Set to Battle Para Table Tennis Masters on Sunday For the fifth consecutive year, the championships will include a Masters event for Para Athletes, featuring 8 players in wheelchairs and 8 standing players. Finals Schedule

The National Championships in Bosnia and Herzegovina was successfully organized in Ilijaš on March 8–9, 2025. The event gathered numerous players from across the country, providing a high level of competition. In the men’s singles, Benjamin ZIJADIĆ from STK Aladža A Sarajevo once again confirmed his dominance by securing the national title. In the women’s singles, Harisa MEŠETOVIĆ from STK Spin 2012 Sarajevo claimed the championship title. Men’s Singles Women’s Singles Men’s Doubles Women’s Doubles Mixed Doubles

From March 21 to 23, the best Czech male and female players will gather at Sportcentrum DDM Prostějov to compete for national championship titles in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles. The tournament will showcase elite talent, with established champions and rising stars battling for the prestigious titles. Key Absences and Notable Participants Most of the top Czech players have registered, but several notable names will be missing. Defending women’s singles champion Hana MATELOVÁ announced last year in Prague that her eighth title would be her last, opting out of future national championships. Tomáš POLANSKÝ will also be absent as he continues his recovery from a shoulder injury. Additionally, former national team member and two-time Czech singles champion Tomáš KONEČNÝ will not participate. On the men’s side, defending champion Lubomír JANČAŘÍK is among the top contenders, along with Pavel ŠIRUČEK, Jiří MARTINKO, Antonín GAVLAS, and Jan VALENTA. Each of these players has previously won national titles either in the senior or U21 category. With Hana MATELOVÁ absent, Zdena BLAŠKOVÁ enters the women’s singles competition as the top seed. Having already won a senior singles title, she will be looking to reclaim the crown. However, she will face strong competition from young talents Hanka KODET and Veronika POLÁKOVÁ, as well as the experienced Karin GROFOVÁ, who has come close to gold on multiple occasions. Czech National Champions 2024

The Greek National Table Tennis Championships, the most prestigious domestic event, will once again bring together the country’s top players. Taking place from Saturday, March 22, to Monday, March 24, at the Peace and Friendship Stadium, the tournament will crown the 2025 champions in men’s and women’s singles, doubles, and mixed doubles. With high-level competition and an impressive lineup, the event promises exciting matches and intense battles for the titles. Strong Lineup with No Major Absences For the second consecutive year, all major Greek table tennis players will be present in Piraeus, ensuring high-quality matches in the race for medals. The only exception remains Panagiotis GIONIS, who has not participated in the national championships for several years. A key highlight of this year’s competition is the participation of eight former national singles champions, mirroring last year’s event in Salamis. Defending Champions and Title Contenders Leading the field are the reigning champions: Other former champions aiming for another title include: Additionally, Elisavet TERPOU, Dimitra-Thomaïs TSEKOURA, and George KONSTANTINOPOULOS have all competed in National Championship finals and will once again be strong contenders. Tournament Participation and Schedule A total of 58 men and 29 women from 36 clubs across Greece have registered for the singles events. The doubles competitions will feature: Matches will commence on Saturday at 10:00. The mixed doubles title will be the first to be decided on Sunday, while all finals will take place on Monday at separate times. 2024 National Champions Men’s Singles: Ioannis SGOUROPOULOSWomen’s Singles: Konstantina PARIDIMen’s Doubles: George KONSTANTINOPOULOS / Konstantinos KONSTANTINOPOULOSWomen’s Doubles: Katerina TOLIOU / Konstantina PARIDIMixed Doubles: Konstantinos KONSTANTINOPOULOS / Elisabeth TERPOU Live Broadcasts The Hellenic Table Tennis Federation (HTTF) will provide live coverage of the National Championships via its YouTube channel:🔗 HTTF YouTube Channel With a mix of seasoned champions and rising talents, the Greek National Championships 2025 promise thrilling encounters and top-level table tennis action.