South Korean table tennis pair Lim Jong-hoon and Shin Yu-bin have risen to the No. 1 ranking in the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) mixed doubles competition, surpassing their Chinese rivals, according to reports confirmed on February 11, 2026.
The achievement marks a historic first for Korean players in the discipline. Lim and Shin secured the top position after a recent victory at the WTT Finals, defeating the previously dominant Chinese duo of Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha with a score of 11-9, 11-8 and 11-6, as reported by World Table Tennis.
The pair’s ascent to the No. 1 ranking was likewise highlighted by a significant jump in the ITTF World Rankings, marking the largest rise in Week 5, according to an Instagram post from World Table Tennis.
Shin Yubin is currently listed as a player for Korea, with an ITTF ranking reflecting her performance in recent events. Lim Jonghoon also represents Korea, and his player profile is available on the ITTF results website.
The Chosun Ilbo reported the ranking change, noting the significance of the Korean pair overtaking their Chinese competitors.
