It's no surprise that Fan Zhendong was named Male Athlete of the Year. His performance this year has been really impressive, with a win rate of 81% and seven finals, which can be said to have swept the major competitions. And Sun Yingsha deserves the honor of Best Female Athlete of the Year. Not only has she won many championships, but she has also performed well in the mixed competition, and her strength is extremely strong.
William Bailey and Suyan Seo were also named Junior Player of the Year and Female Player of the Year, respectively. Their performance not only achieved good results in the competition, but also won the hearts of everyone. The Ecuadorian Table Tennis Membership Association was named the most active member association of the year because it did a particularly good job of promoting table tennis.
When it comes to coaching, Nathaniel Morin won the Coach of the Year award for his exceptional coaching skills and dedication to his athletes. Kirstin Duchardz ( was named Referee of the Year for his professional performance in the game and for his contribution to his refereeing career.
In terms of event organization, table tennis associations in Durban, Nova Goriica, Bangkok, Chengdu, Muscat and other places were commended for their well-organized events. In particular, Pattaya, Thailand, and Gangneung, South Korea, were announced as host cities for major table tennis events in the future, marking a broader future for table tennis.
Fan Zhendong's award is not only a recognition of his personal skills, but more importantly, a recognition of his unremitting efforts and love for table tennis. Sun's results highlight the important role of women in the sport. Her success has inspired many girls to pursue their table tennis dreams.
The story of William Bailey and Xu Suyan tells us that table tennis is a sport without borders. Whether you are a man or a woman, as long as you work hard, you will be rewarded. Their victory is not only a personal glory, but also a great contribution to the development of national table tennis.
Ecuador's success in accession to the European Union shows that table tennis can be a powerful tool to connect communities and promote equality and inclusion. Their efforts have not only increased local interest in table tennis, but also promoted gender equality and social integration.
The endorsement of coaches Nathaniel Morin (Morin) and Kirstin Duchaz ( ) highlights the key role of the game** in maintaining the integrity and professionalism of the game. Their work ensures that athletes have a level playing field to showcase their talents.
The recognition of the organizers of the event is not only a recognition of their professional ability, but also a recognition of their efforts to promote table tennis and attract more people to participate in the sport. The selection of Pattaya, Thailand and Gangneung, South Korea as the host cities for future events indicates the development of table tennis on a global scale and will also bring the fun of table tennis to more people.
The ITTF Awards Night not only celebrates the achievements of the past year, but also looks forward to the future of table tennis. Each of the winners and recognized organizations is an important member of the table tennis family, and their stories and achievements inspire each and every one of us, whether athletes, coaches or enthusiasts, to devote ourselves to the sport. Jointly promote the development of table tennis and make it a bridge connecting the world.