London to Host 2026 ITTF world Table Tennis Championships Finals,Marking Centennial Return
LONDON – Teh International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) has confirmed London as the host city for the 2026 ITTF World Table Tennis Championships Finals,a landmark event returning to the UK after a 100-year absence. The championships will be held in London, the same city that hosted the inaugural World Championships in 1926.
The decision underscores the ITTF’s confidence in London’s capacity to deliver an exceptional event and its commitment to expanding the sport’s global reach.The championships are expected to draw the world’s top table tennis players and a significant international audience, positively impacting London and inspiring a new generation of athletes.
“The ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships promise to be a unique showcase for the sport and we are delighted that the event is returning to these shores for the first time in a century,” stated a Director of Events, Sporting System & External Affairs. “We are looking forward to seeing the event positively impact the lives of people in London and beyond and are committed to continuing to bring events to the UK that reach, inspire and unite the nation.”
London Mayor Sadiq Khan echoed this enthusiasm, highlighting the city’s reputation as a global sporting hub. “London is the sporting capital of the world and I am delighted that we will be staging the ITTF World Table Tennis Championships Finals in 2026,” Khan said.”London hosted the first-ever world Championships a century ago and it is fitting that this prestigious tournament will be staged here in the capital on its 100th anniversary. We look forward to welcoming the world’s best players, who will delight Londoners and fans while inspiring the next generation of champions, as we work together to build a better London for everyone.”
