The third event of the 2026 JOOLA Europe Youth Series will take place in Albufeira, Portugal, from 21 to 25 May 2026, following a change in the original calendar. On 28 January 2026, the Austrian Table Tennis Federation informed ETTU that it would not be able to organise the JOOLA EYS event in Stockerau due to venue-related issues. As a result, ETTU turned to the next non-accepted bid for 2026, submitted by the Portuguese Table Tennis Federation. After reaching an agreement on the new dates, ETTU confirmed that Albufeira will host the event at the Pavilhão Desportivo de Olhos de Água. The official airport for the tournament will be Faro.
Swedish Championships to be held in Karlskrona
The Swedish Championships 2026 (Swegon Bordtennis-SM 2026) will take place from 19 to 22 March at Brinova Arena in Karlskrona, Sweden. The four-day national event will bring together the country’s leading players to compete for Swedish titles across singles and doubles categories. The preliminary programme includes Men’s and Women’s Singles, Men’s and Women’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles, continuing the long-standing tradition of Sweden’s premier domestic competition. At last year’s Championships in Uppsala, Truls MÖREGÅRDH (Eslövs AI BTK) captured the Men’s Singles title, while Linda BERGSTRÖM (Ängby SK) claimed the Women’s Singles crown. In doubles, Anton KÄLLBERG and Anders ERIKSSON (Söderhamns UIF) triumphed in Men’s Doubles, Alma RÖÖSE and Erika FRONTH (Halmstad BTK) won Women’s Doubles, and Martin FRIIS and Filippa BERGAND (Eslövs AI BTK) secured the Mixed Doubles title.
Ece HARAÇ and Görkem ÖÇAL crowned Turkish Senior Champions in Ankara
The Senior Individual Turkish Championship took place at the Mamak Sports Hall in Ankara, bringing together the country’s leading senior players under strict qualification criteria. Participation was limited to athletes ranked in the ITTF World Rankings and the national league standings, resulting in a high-level competition featuring 44 women and 31 men. In the women’s singles event, the outcome reflected the current balance of power in Turkish table tennis. The four members of the Turkish Women’s National Team occupied the top positions, underlining their consistency and experience at the national level. Ece HARAÇ secured the title, followed by Simay KULAKÇEKEN, while Özge YILMAZ and Sibel ALTINKAYA completed the podium. The men’s singles competition delivered the biggest storyline of the tournament. Three-time defending champion and national team member Abdullah Talha YİĞENLER was unable to compete due to injury, making last three years’ finalist İbrahim GÜNDÜZ the leading favourite. However, 14-year-old Görkem ÖÇAL produced a sensational performance, defeating several older and more experienced opponents on his way to the title. ÖÇAL’s triumph marked one of the most impressive breakthroughs in recent Turkish Championships history. Women’s Singles Men’s Singles
LILLO and PROSVIRNINA Crowned Spanish Champions in Tarragona
The 81st edition of the Spanish Championships held its finals on Wednesday, 18 February 2026, at the Palau d’Esports Catalunya in Tarragona, with the city hosting the event for the third consecutive year. Diego LILLO captured the men’s singles title, whilest Natalya PROSVIRNINA triumphed in the women’s singles. The doubles titles went to Camila Renata MOSCOSO and María BERZOSA in women’s doubles, Rafael DE LAS HERAS and Diego LILLO in men’s doubles, and Renata SHYPSHA and Álvaro GIMENO in mixed doubles. In men’s singles, the final produced a historic brother-versus-brother showdown between Diego LILLO and Alberto LILLO, both representing the Valencian Community. Diego LILLO held eight match points before the contest was pushed into a deciding game, where he required two additional chances to secure the title. The podium was completed by Carlos FRANCO (Castile–La Mancha) and Miguel Ángel PANTOJA (Community of Madrid), who shared third place. In women’s singles, Natalya PROSVIRNINA, representing Catalonia, controlled the final with her defensive style against Eugenia SASTRE from the Balearic Islands. PROSVIRNINA claimed her second Spanish Absolute title, following her previous triumph in Jaén. Third place went to Camila Renata MOSCOSO and Renata SHYPSHA, both from Catalonia. In women’s doubles, Camila Renata MOSCOSO (Catalonia) and María BERZOSA (Castile and León) lifted the trophy after a final in which the opening game was especially close. The champions then consolidated their dominance in the remaining two games. The runners-up were Renata SHYPSHA and Alba RODRÍGUEZ (both Catalonia), while third place was shared by Martina SANS and Julia MARTÍN (Catalonia/Andalusia), and the all-Andalusia pairing of Isabel CONCHILLO and Andrea BENÍTEZ. In men’s doubles, Rafael DE LAS HERAS (Community of Madrid) and Diego LILLO (Valencian Community) delivered a strong and cohesive performance to win the final and confirm their standing. With this victory, Diego LILLO concluded the day with two titles in Tarragona. The runners-up were Ander CEPAS (Basque Country) and Juan PÉREZ (Andalusia). Third place went to Carlos FRANCO and Miguel Ángel VILCHEZ (Castile–La Mancha/Andalusia), as well as Juan Pedro SÁNCHEZ and Marc GUTIÉRREZ (Region of Murcia/Valencian Community). In mixed doubles, Renata SHYPSHA (Catalonia) and Álvaro GIMENO (Aragon) proved to be the most consistent pair in the final. Second place went to José Carlos GUILLOT (Valencian Community) and Ainhoa CRISTÓBAL (Community of Madrid), while third place was shared by Camila Renata MOSCOSO and Francesc CARRERA, and by Irina GIMENO and Joan MASIP, all representing Catalonia. You can see the pictures here.
Linz to host 25th LINZ AG Youth Championships in April 2026
From 2 to 6 April 2026, Linz will once again host one of Europe’s most traditional youth table tennis events – the 25th LINZ AG Youth Championships & Andro Youth Challenge Trophy at the TipsArena. This edition marks the 25th staging of the tournament, highlighting its strong legacy and established place on the European youth calendar. The international team and individual competition is open to national, regional and club teams, featuring events from U11 to U19. Designed to guarantee a high number of matches at every performance level, the tournament has served as a launching platform for many successful players over the years. Accreditation will take place on 1 April 2026, with play beginning the following day. Registration forms are available at: https://www.froschberg.at/linz-austria-youth-championships/ Completed entries should be sent to: youth.championships@froschberg.at
KTS ENEA SIARKOPOL Tarnobrzeg complete Final 4 line-up on home soil
In the final quarterfinal of the ETTU Champions League Women, KTS ENEA SIARKOPOL Tarnobrzeg confirmed their place in the Final 4 with victories in both legs against Etival ASRTT. The Polish side, seeded No. 1, will now host the Final 4 in Tarnobrzeg. Tarnobrzeg controlled the tie from the outset. Zhuojia HE recovered from a tight opening game to take the lead, before Ying HAN delivered a composed four-game victory in a high-quality contest against Christina KALLBERG. Xiaoxin YANG sealed the win in dominant fashion to complete a 3-0 success on the night. Last year’s semi-finalists and four-time champions, Tarnobrzeg now prepare to welcome Europe’s elite in May. In the semi-finals, reigning champions ttc berlin eastside will face hosts KTS ENEA SIARKOPOL Tarnobrzeg, while UCAM Cartagena T.M. meet Metz TT. Ying HAN, currently No. 4 in Europe, said: “Once again we fought really well as a team. We are looking forward to the Final 4 and we hope to receive great support here on home soil.” KTS ENEA SIARKOPOL Tarnobrzeg – Etival ASRTT 3-0 Etival ASRTT – KTS ENEA SIARKOPOL Tarnobrzeg 1-3
Alliance Nîmes/Montpellier join HYLO Champions League Men Final 4 line-up
The line-up for the HYLO ETTU Champions League Men Final 4 is now complete. After two victories in the quarterfinal against KS Dekorglass Działdowo, Alliance Nîmes/Montpellier secured their place in May’s decisive stage in Saarbrücken. Just like in the opening leg in France, which they won 3-1, Alliance repeated the same result away to seal qualification with authority. The Polish side opened strongly as Jakub DYJAS defeated Gregoire JEAN to give the hosts an early advantage. However, last week’s CCB Europe Top 16 Cup winner Alexis LEBRUN, currently No. 2 in Europe and reigning European champion in singles, doubles and team, responded with a commanding straight-games win over Patryk LEWANDOWSKI. Antoine HACHARD then edged a tense five-game encounter against Samuel KULCZYCKI to swing momentum firmly in favour of the French club. Alexis LEBRUN closed the tie in style, overcoming DYJAS in straight games to secure the decisive third point and complete a 3-1 victory on the night. “We had a bit of stress before the match because Felix LEBRUN felt some pain after the Europe Top 16 Cup. Together with the team, we decided it was better for him to stay on the bench and rest. We knew from the start that it would be difficult without him. However, everyone showed great courage and we managed to prevail in a very tense duel. The key moment was the match between Antoine HACHARD and Samuel KULCZYCKI. His five-game victory gave us the edge. I am proud of the entire team and of this opportunity to play in the Final 4 for the first time in the club’s history. We are looking forward to competing in Saarbrücken and trying to win the title,” said coach Vincent AVRIL. Seeded No. 13 and required to progress through the first stage, Alliance Nîmes/Montpellier have produced an impressive campaign to reach the Final 4. In May, in Saarbrücken, they will face reigning champions 1. FC Saarbrücken TT, while last year’s runners-up Borussia Düsseldorf will meet 2025 semi-finalists KS Orlen Bogoria Grodzisk Mazowiecki in the other semi-final. KS Dekorglass Działdowo – Alliance Nîmes/Montpellier 1-3 Alliance Nîmes/Montpellier (FRA) – KS Dekorglass Dzialdowo (POL) 3–1
Europe Cup Men semi-final line-up confirmed: Lille to face Priego, Roskilde meet El Nino Praha
The Europe Cup Men semi-final line-up is now confirmed: Lille Metropole TT will face Real Club Cajasur Priego, while Roskilde Bordtennis BTK 61 will meet SF SKK El Nino Praha in the battle for a place in the final. Despite a 2-3 defeat in the second leg, Roskilde Bordtennis BTK 61 secured their place in the Europe Cup Men semi-finals thanks to a convincing 3-0 victory in Denmark earlier this week. The Danish side did enough over the two legs to progress, eliminating AS Pontoise Cergy TT after a tightly contested return match in France. Pontoise opened strongly through Flavio MOURIER, but Roskilde quickly responded with solid performances from Jens LUNDQVIST and Tobias RASMUSSEN to take control of the tie overall. Although the French side claimed the final two matches to win the return leg 3-2, Roskilde’s earlier 3-0 home success proved decisive. AS Pontoise Cergy TT – Roskilde Bordtennis BTK 61 3-2 Roskilde Bordtennis BTK 61 – AS Pontoise Cergy TT 3-0 Lille Metropole TT seal semi-final berth with away victory Lille Metropole TT confirmed their place in the Europe Cup Men semi-finals after recording victories in both legs of the quarterfinal tie against STK Vyhne. In the return match, Lille secured a 3-1 away win to complete the job in convincing fashion. The hosts opened strongly as Adam KLAJBER defeated Tom CLOSSET in straight games, giving STK Vyhne early momentum. However, Romain BRARD quickly restored balance with a solid four-game victory over Filip SZYMANSKI. Fabio RAKOTOARIMANANA then edged a dramatic five-game battle against Boguslaw KOSZYK, recovering from two games down to put Lille in front. BRARD sealed the tie in dominant style, overcoming KLAJBER in straight games to secure the decisive third point and confirm Lille Metropole TT’s passage to the semi-finals. STK Vyhne – Lille Metropole TT 1-3 Lille Metropole TT – STK Vyhne 3–0
Metz TT advance to ETTU Champions League Women Final 4
Metz TT secured their place in the Final 4 of the ETTU Champions League Women after completing the job in an all-French quarterfinal duel against Saint-Denis TT 93. In the semi final Metz will play against Spanish UCAM Cartagena T.M. Following their 3-1 victory in the opening leg, Metz needed just two points in the return match to confirm qualification – and they delivered with a 2-1 win on the road. Saint-Denis opened strongly as Prithika PAVADE edged Mariia TAILAKOVA in a five-game battle, keeping hopes alive for the hosts. However, Hana GODA quickly shifted the momentum with a straight-games victory over Jie LI, bringing Metz level and within one step of qualification. The decisive point came through Charlotte LUTZ, who overcame Hana ARAPOVIC in another tense five-game encounter. After twice surrendering the lead, LUTZ responded with composure in the final game to seal the crucial second point and send Metz TT into the Final 4. “I am very proud and happy about this victory. We managed to qualify for the Final 4 in a convincing way. As I said after the first leg, we focused on maintaining the same energy and intensity throughout the entire match, and it paid off. I am truly proud of my team, and we are already looking forward to competing in the Final 4,” said LUTZ. Saint-Denis TT 93 – Metz TT 1-2 Metz TT (FRA) – Saint-Denis TT 93 (FRA) 3-1
UCAM Cartagena turn the tables to reach the ETTU Champions League Final 4
UCAM Cartagena T.M produced a dramatic comeback to secure their place in the Final 4 of the ETTU Champions League Women, overturning a 0-3 first-leg deficit against Saint-Quentin TT and clinching qualification in a tense golden match on home soil. After suffering a heavy defeat in France, the Spanish side responded with determination in front of their supporters, winning the second leg 3-1 to force the decider. Maria XIAO set the tone with a confident straight-games win over Linda BERGSTROM. Although Polina MIKHAILOVA responded by edging Tin Tin HO in a five-game battle, Fei QI restored parity in the overall tie with a strong performance against Camille LUTZ. The decisive fourth match of the leg saw Maria XIAO once again rise to the occasion. In a tense encounter against MIKHAILOVA, she held her nerve in the deciding game to level the aggregate score and force a golden match. With everything on the line, Cartagena showed remarkable composure. Fei QI saved crucial points in a dramatic 15-13 golden game victory over MIKHAILOVA, swinging the momentum firmly in favor of the hosts. Maria XIAO then sealed qualification with an assured 11-6 win against BERGSTROM. “It was an amazing comeback. We knew we had to produce something special to win today, and fortunately we managed to do exactly that. I’m extremely happy and truly proud of my team,” said XIAO. From a 0-3 defeat in France to a golden match triumph in Spain, UCAM Cartagena T.M completed a stunning turnaround and now advance to the Final 4, keeping their Champions League dream alive. UCAM Cartagena T.M – Saint-Quentin TT 3-1 Golden Match UCAM Cartagena T.M – Saint-Quentin TT 2-0 Saint-Quentin TT – UCAM Cartagena T.M. 3–0
