Germany’s Dang QIU has reached the quarterfinals of the WTT Champions tournament in Yokohama with a surprise victory over world number one Shidong LIN (China). For the 2022 European Champion, it was his first win against the Asian star in their fourth encounter. World No. 13 Dang QIU prevailed in an equally thrilling and high-quality battle against the world’s top-ranked player, winning 13:11, 4:11, 6:11, 11:6, 12:10. After his impressive performance, the 28-year-old said: “The match against LIN went very well. I’m in good shape and feel in great form here in Yokohama. Now I’m looking forward to the match against Kanak JHA.” In the battle for a place in the semifinals, the two Borussia Düsseldorf teammates will meet in the early hours of Sunday. Dang QIU will face his new club colleague Kanak JHA (USA), against whom he has won both of their previous international encounters.
Media Accreditation Open for 2025 European Team Championships in Zadar
The media accreditation process for the 2025 European Team Championships, set to take place in Zadar on 12th October to 19th October, is open. Journalists, photographers, and professional social media content creators are invited to submit their applications via the official Championships site. In addition to traditional media representatives, a dedicated accreditation path is available for social media professionals. Accreditation will be granted by the ETTU and the LOC based on digital media criteria and space availability. Social Media Content Creators and Field of Play (FoP) Access To gain access to the Field of Play, social media content creators must: Once approved, content creators will receive official event bibs from the organizing committee. These bibs must be worn at all times while on the Field of Play and must be returned after each team’s match. Without an official bib, access to the FoP is strictly prohibited. Field of Play Regulations To ensure an undisturbed event environment, the following rules apply: ETTU reserves the right to revoke access or remove individuals who fail to comply with these rules. Access to Mixed Zones and Press Tribune Content creators may enter the mixed zone with prior approval from the ETTU Media Manager. They are also permitted to take photos from the press tribune, provided they do so discreetly and without disrupting others. Social Media Collaboration and Tagging Guidelines All accredited content creators are asked to:
ETTU to Launch Coach Education System in 2025
ETTU is proud to announce the launch of the ETTU Coach Education System (CES), developed in cooperation with ASCENT Academy, with implementation starting in 2025. You can see the document here. The CES provides a structured pathway for the education and certification of European table tennis coaches at three levels, covering participation, performance development, and high-performance coaching. Each level combines online learning modules in key areas of sport science with in-person practical sessions focused on table tennis-specific content. ETTU will offer a number of scholarships to support the participation of eligible candidates. Further information, including application guidelines, course calendar, and selection criteria, will be shared shortly. We encourage you to identify suitable candidates and to forward this information to coaches or former players who may be interested.
Havířov to Host U23 Para-Eurotalents Development Camp in September
ETTU is pleased to announce that the U23 Para-Eurotalents Development Camp powered by JOOLA will be held in Havířov, Czech Republic, from 7 to 12 September 2025. Organised in close cooperation with the Czech Table Tennis Association, empowered by ITTF and hosted at the renowned National Training Center Havířov (NTC Havířov), the camp will bring together some of Europe’s most promising para table tennis talents for a week of intensive training, development, and collaboration. Under the guidance of the ETTU Head Coach and assistant coaches, as well as Local Organising Committee Head Coach XU Kai and Assistant Coach Marek ČIHÁK, participants will benefit from world-class training facilities and expert coaching. The venue NTC Havířov is located in Central Europe, near the Polish and Slovak borders and it offers everything under one roof: modern sports hall with 32 tables, fitness centre, conference rooms, restaurant and hotel, nearby football field and indoor swimming pool. Additional accommodation will be provided at Hotel Rudolf (3*), situated just 3 minutes from the venue. Each ETTU Member Association is invited to register an unlimited number of players. ETTU will fully cover hospitality costs (accommodation, meals, and local transport) for one U23 para player and one coach per association. Transport from/to Ostrava (CZE), Katowice (POL), and Krakow (POL) airports/train/bus stations is included. Free parking is available for those arriving by car. Para players over the age of 23 are also welcome to participate, but at their own or their association’s expense. Preliminary entry deadline: 24 August 2025
ETTU Launches EUROSPINS: New Development Program for Europe’s Brightest Young Talents
The ETTU is proud to unveil EUROSPINS, a brand-new development initiative designed to support Europe’s most promising young table tennis players. The program will offer selected athletes the unique opportunity to train in a high-performance environment alongside top-level Asian sparring partners. EUROSPINS aims to bridge the training gap between continents by providing intensive, high-quality practice conditions that mirror the standards of elite international competition. This initiative forms part of ETTU’s long-term commitment to nurturing emerging talent and strengthening Europe’s competitive position on the global stage. The first EUROSPINS activity is scheduled to take place from 10 to 22 December 2025. Participation will be based on a selection process taking place in October 2025, shortly after the conclusion of the European Youth Top 10 event.
Eurotalents Selection Camp II Set for August in Riga
The ETTU Eurotalents Selection Camp II powered by JOOLA will take place in Riga, Latvia, from August 3 to 9, 2025, gathering Europe’s most promising young table tennis players. Hosted at the O. Kalpaks Riga Folk-Art Primary School sports hall, the camp will feature 20 tables and involve top coaching staff including VALLOT Vainula and Zvonimir KORENIC alongside physical coach Tatiana GARNOVA.. Each member association nominated up to 3 boys and 3 girls born in 2013 or later, alongside their national or personal coaches. The best evaluated players will earn direct selection into the Eurotalents Program 2026. The Hanza Hotel will serve as the official accommodation, located within walking distance from the venue. The participation fee covers full board and local transport, with ETTU subsidizing one boy and one girl per association.
Novi Sad to Host Stage 1 of ETTU Champions League Men and Women
The ETTU is pleased to announce that Stage 1 of the ETTU Champions League Men 2025/26 will take place in Novi Sad, Serbia, from 29 to 31 August 2025. The event will be held alongside Stage 1 of the ETTU Champions League Women, marking an exciting joint launch of Europe’s premier club competitions for the new season.
ETTU Announces New Development Support for Member Associations in 2025
The European Table Tennis Union (ETTU) has unveiled a new wave of development support for its Member Associations in 2025, as part of a broader collaboration with the ITTF Participation Program. Member Associations interested in participating are invited to submit their expressions of interest via email to projects@ettu.org by Monday, 18 August 2025. Following the deadline, selected applicants will be notified about the specific form of support they will receive. This initiative is part of a three-year development strategy (2025–2027), through which 18 Member Associations will benefit annually from one of three tailored development opportunities: 1. Member Association Activities On-site, co-funded activities such as coach education courses, regional training camps, or other hands-on projects aimed at developing players and coaches. These are delivered with the support of independent or ETTU/ITTF experts. 2. National Projects/NAAP Member Association-led national projects such as youth or women’s development programs, school-based initiatives, or national team training, are designed and managed locally with financial support from ETTU. 3. ITTF Online Services Up to 10 hours of tailored online support from ITTF experts. Topics can include governance, strategic planning, talent identification, event management, or coach development. These remote sessions are especially beneficial for smaller associations and are adapted to the local context. All Member Associations are welcome to apply and are eligible to be part of the program. However, priority will be given to associations in Categories 3 and 4 that are not receiving NAAP support in 2025. ETTU will assess each application and assign the type of support to ensure a balanced distribution. This project is delivered in collaboration with the ITTF Participation Program, which helps expand services and reduce the administrative burden for associations. More information about the ITTF Participation Program and online services is available here. We look forward to receiving your expressions of interest.
EYOF Table Tennis Crowns New Champions in Skopje
The table tennis competition at the 2025 European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF), held at the Sports Hall Partizan N.N. Borce in Skopje, concluded with thrilling finals across all three events. In the Boys’ Singles, Patryk ZYWORONEK of Poland captured the gold medal after a hard-fought seven-game battle against France’s Noah VITEL. ZYWORONEK reached the final after a commanding 4-0 victory over Turkey’s Gorkem OCAL, while VITEL defeated Sweden’s Mark USOV 4-2 in the semifinal. The Girls’ Singles title went to Austria’s Nina SKERBINZ, who overcame Poland’s Katarzyna RAJKOWSKA 4-2 in the final. In the semifinals, SKERBINZ outplayed Ukraine’s Diana KOLIENNIKOVA 4-1, while RAJKOWSKA eliminated Czechia’s Hanka KODET with the same score. Poland also triumphed in the Mixed Doubles, where the duo of ZYWORONEK and RAJKOWSKA dominated Czechia’s SKALDA and KODET in straight games (3-0) to claim gold. The bronze medals went to Austria’s TISCHBERGER/SKERBINZ and Romania’s BAIASU/ISTRATE. More than 4,000 athletes and officials from 50 delegations participated across 15 sports in the biggest edition of the EYOF to date, which served as a celebration of the Olympic Values of excellence, respect and friendship.Competitions were streamed through EOC TV, which received an impressive 1.36 million views throughout the EYOF.Italy finished top of the medal table for the third consecutive Summer EYOF with 19 golds, 19 silvers and 12 bronzes, followed by France with 15 golds and five nations who each won 10 golds – Spain, Türkiye, Great Britain, Poland and Hungary.
European Youth Championships 2025 – Medals Table
Nr Assoc Gold Silver Bronze Total 1 France 4 1 3 8 2 Italy 3 3 6 3 Romania 2 2 4 8 4 Germany 2 2 3 7 5 Portugal 1 3 3 7 6 Ukraine 1 3 4 7 Spain 1 1 3 5 8 Wales 1 1 1 3 9 Hungary 1 2 3 10 Türkiye 2 1 3 11 Czechia 1 2 3 12 Austria 1 1 2 13 Sweden 3 3 14 Poland 2 2 14 Slovakia 2 2 16 Bulgaria 1 1 16 Slovenia 1 1
