Argentina secures Team World Cup Qualification & Podium Finish at International Table Tennis Championship
Santiago,Chile – The Argentine national table tennis team achieved a historic double success this week,qualifying for the 2026 Team World Cup in London and returning home with a bronze medal in the menS doubles competition.The team’s performance at the recent international championship marks a important milestone for the program, bolstered by national support and the dedication of its athletes.
This qualification represents a major step forward for Argentine table tennis, guaranteeing participation on a global stage and providing invaluable competitive experience for the nation’s rising stars. Both the men’s and women’s teams earned their spots in the London tournament, signaling a growing strength within the sport across the country. The achievement is particularly meaningful given the backing received from the National Undersecretary of Sports, which facilitated the delegation’s participation.
Horacio Cifuentes led the charge, remaining undefeated against American Kanak Jha. Alongside teammate Santiago Lorenzo from Mendoza, Cifuentes secured a bronze medal in men’s doubles, falling to the Chilean pair of Nicolás Burgos and Gustavo Gómez in a closely contested semifinal match.
“It’s been 10 years with the senior team. Time flies and luckily I was able to give several medals to my country that has helped me so much in my career,so on that side I am happy to be able to return the support they have given me,” Cifuentes stated,reflecting on his decade of service and the team’s success.
The argentine delegation comprised Ana Codina, Valentina Parola, and Camila Arguelles on the women’s side, while Santiago Lorenzo, Francisco Sanchi, Martín Betancor, and horacio Cifuentes represented the men. the team’s qualification for the London 2026 Team World Cup sets the stage for continued growth and development within Argentine table tennis, promising further competitive opportunities and national pride.
