ITTF Foundation

Once again, the ITTF Foundation is supporting two players living with Parkinson's at the ITTF World Masters Championships! 🏓 Next month, they will take to the table alongside 2,000+ players from around the world. Continuing the legacy of the 2025 World Table Tennis for Health Festival in Sweden, 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗞𝗻𝗮𝗽𝗽 and 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗳𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗱𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻 were selected through a raffle to represent the Parkinson's table tennis community on this world stage and to prove that Parkinson's does not define them! Christine and Stefan have each been living with Parkinson's for several years. When table tennis came into their lives, everything changed. Their stories are a testament to how table tennis can break through health barriers, bring meaningful physical and mental benefits, and spark real transformation. Their journey to the World Masters is a powerful expression of resilience and determination. This initiative also reflects our mission to champion Health and Well-being and the spirit of inclusivity at the heart of table tennis. Swaythling Club International has co-sponsored their trip, and @lining.official has equipped them with players’ kits. But we need your support to complete their journey! Every donation you contribute will go directly towards travel, accommodation, and registration fees to help Christine and Stefan carry a message of resilience and hope to Gangneung! 💪 👉 Learn more about their stories and donate now! (Link in bio) #Parkinsons #TableTennis #TTCanChangeLives #TT4Health

🏓 Happy World Table Tennis Day 2026! 🏓 Today, we celebrate the joy and universal power of table tennis, bringing people together across abilities, ages, gender identities, and all barriers, while embracing Health & Well-being. With a record-breaking 1,050+ events across 137 countries and territories on all five continents, the world is coming together around ONE table: the table tennis table. Let the party start, because #TTMovesYou! Tag @ittffoundation in your celebration posts or stories and show us how you're celebrating! #WorldTableTennisDay #WTTD2026 #HealthAndWellbeing #TableTennis

𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗧𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹! Three months after an unforgettable edition in Helsingborg, we’re excited to open the interest form for the 2026 Festival. For the first time, the World Table Tennis for Health Festival is heading to Asia, taking place this October in Shanghai, China. And you’re invited to stay informed about this inspiring new chapter. 📩 By filling in the interest form, you will: • Be first to receive official updates • Access early registration information • Get details on accommodation packages & early bird offers • Stay connected as we approach October 2026 Fill in the form now (🔗 in bio) (Please note: Submitting the form does not commit you to register) Let’s stay connected, stay active, and make sure you’re on the list! Read more at: ITTFFOUNDATION.org #WTT4HF #HealthAndWellbeing #TTCanChangeLives

𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗞𝗻𝗮𝗽𝗽 (59) from Austria has been living with Parkinson’s disease since 2021. From 7–12 June, she will take on a new challenge as she competes at the World Masters Table Tennis Championships in Gangneung, Korea Republic. 🏓 After picking up a racket and joining her local table tennis club in 2024, Christine discovered a new world. Through table tennis, she found strength, joy, connection, and a renewed sense of possibility. Now, through her road to the World Masters Championships, Christine wants to send a powerful message: 𝙖 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙣’𝙨 𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙜𝙣𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙨 𝙙𝙤𝙚𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙙𝙚𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙖 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙤𝙣. 𝙇𝙞𝙛𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙗𝙚 𝙛𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙙 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙥𝙪𝙧𝙥𝙤𝙨𝙚, 𝙥𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙩𝙮, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙤𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨. Support Christine’s inspiring journey and help showcase the resilience and determination of people living with Parkinson’s, while raising awareness of how table tennis can change lives. Donate and be part of her journey 👉 Link in our bio #Parkinsons #TableTennis #TTCanChangeLives #TT4Health

From 14–16 March 2026, 25 players with Parkinson’s gathered in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal, for an inspiring weekend of inclusive and competitive table tennis. Recognised by the ITTF Foundation, this first-ever Portugal Parkinson Open marked another important step in the growth of table tennis opportunities for people with Parkinson’s. 🏓 Across Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles events, participants showcased resilience, friendship, and the joy of staying active through sport. A huge thank you to the Portuguese Table Tennis Federation for organising this inaugural edition and helping strengthen the global TT4Health movement. Congratulations to all participants and podium finishers! 👏 📄 Check out the full results and event information in the article on ITTFFOUNDATION.org #TT4Health #TableTennis #Parkinsons #TTCanChangeLives

Throwing it back to the amazing energy that @spinsightesndigital brought to the #WorldTableTennisDay Main Celebration in India!🏓 From interactive activities to exciting moments with participants, Spinsight brought innovation and fun to the heart of the celebration. Their presence gave local participants the chance to experience table tennis from a whole new perspective, tracking spin, speed, and creating unforgettable moments on and off the table. We are grateful to Spinsight, our WTTD 2026 Global Main Sponsor, for being part of this special event and helping us make World Table Tennis Day more engaging, inclusive, and inspiring ✨ #WTTD2026 #TTMovesYou #TableTennis

This #WorldTableTennisDay, our Promoters around the globe took their events to the next level! 🏓 Powered by our WTTD 2026 Global Main Sponsor @spinsightesndigital , Promoters had the chance to bring cutting-edge technology into their celebrations, measuring ball spin, clocking top speeds, and giving every participant a whole new way to experience the game. From first-timers to seasoned players, the science behind every shot was on full display. 📊🔥 A huge thank you to Spinsight for making these moments possible and for bringing innovative technology to table tennis communities worldwide. When data meets passion, the game gets even more exciting! #WTTD2026 #TTMovesYou #TableTennis

World Table Tennis Day 2026 showed up in the biggest-ever way, with 1,100+ events celebrated worldwide! 🌍🏓 And the top 5 countries and territories with the most registered events are… 5️⃣ England — 21 events 4️⃣ Portugal — 41 events 🥉 Pakistan — 64 events 🥈 China — 142 events 🥇 India — 318 events Thousands of tables. Countless smiles. One global movement. #TTMovesYou Every event, no matter how big or small, helped bring people together through the joy of table tennis 💙 Drop a flag emoji below 👇 and tell us which country or territory you want to see in the top 5 next year! #WorldTableTennisDay #WTTD2026 #HealthAndWellBeing #tabletennis

World Table Tennis Day 2026 just made history 🏓 The numbers speak for themselves: ✅ 1,100+ registered events 🌍 140 countries & territories 🤝 88 ITTF Member Associations involved 👥 100,000+ participants worldwide Under the theme of Health & Well-being, communities across the globe came together to move, connect, and prove that table tennis is so much more than a sport. Thank you to every organiser, Promoter, Member Association, partner, and participant who made this year's celebration unforgettable. You are what makes #WTTD2026 so special. Were you part of the celebration? Share this post and tag us! #WorldTableTennisDay #TTMovesYou #TableTennis

A World Table Tennis Day event at Greenhouse Sports in London, celebrating the global game, marking 100 years of table tennis, and bringing communities together through sport. Across generations and backgrounds, table tennis continues to connect us.⁠ ⁠ Joined by ITTF President Petra Sörling and the ITTF Foundation, the day highlighted the power of sport to inspire and unite communities.⁠ ⁠ More world-class action continues tomorrow at the ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships Finals London 2026, starting at 10 am.⁠ ⁠ #ITTF #ITTFWorlds2026 #100YearsOfTableTennis #TableTennis

🏓✨ A special World Table Tennis Day celebration in London! On the eve of the ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships Finals London 2026, the doors of the Greenhouse Centre opened to the community, transforming a former church into a vibrant table tennis space. Hosted by Greenhouse Sports together with WTTD Promoter Maria Ingles, the event gathered children, coaches, families, and local partners for table tennis and well-being. From inclusive fun games to interactive stations and exhibitions, the celebration showcased the connection and purpose that table tennis can bring. The celebration also saw the presence of ITTF & ITTF Foundation President Petra Sörling and ITTF Secretary General Stefan Bergh, Table Tennis England, and the ever-energetic Ping! WTTTC mascot 🏓 With 100+ participants, music, refreshments, and a dynamic setup including a Spinsight table, the evening set the tone perfectly for what’s to come… Tomorrow, the world stage is set. London welcomes the opening of the Championships Finals! 🔥 #WorldTableTennisDay #TTMovesYou #WTTD2026 #TableTennis

What if THIS is where the next champion begins? 😳🏓 Simple games. Raw talent. Pure joy. Kapadwanj showed us the real future of table tennis ❤️ 👉 Save this & inspire someone to start