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ITTF Boosts Sport with New Doubles World Cup
13 Jul
Summary
- An inaugural Doubles World Cup is planned for 2027 by ITTF.
- The new event aligns with doubles' return to the LA 2028 Olympics.
- One of the 2027 World Cup events will be hosted in Europe.
The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) has announced plans to introduce an inaugural Doubles World Cup in 2027. This exciting addition will complement the existing singles and mixed team World Cup events, creating a comprehensive program for the year. The timing is strategic, aligning with the inclusion of doubles in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
ITTF President Petra Sorling confirmed that hosts for the three 2027 World Cup events will be announced soon, with one guaranteed to be held in Europe. This move is expected to significantly boost player engagement and global interest in table tennis, particularly in the doubles discipline.
Sorling highlighted the success of formats like UTT, which mixes players and includes mixed doubles, as a model for increasing the sport's appeal. The introduction of a Doubles World Cup is seen as a direct response to the growing importance of the discipline following its Olympic return.
