World Table Tennis Youth Contender to Debut in Western Australia

Table Tennis Australia (TTA) is proud to announce that the World Table Tennis (WTT) Youth Contender will be held in Western Australia for the first time in 2025, further broadening the reach of international table tennis within Australia. This marks an exciting new chapter for the prestigious international youth event, which has been held in Darwin, Northern Territory for the past three years.  

The event, jointly hosted by TTA and Table Tennis Western Australia (TTWA) is being held in Perth at the Arena Joondalup, from 8th – 11th October and will bring together top young athletes from across the globe to compete in a range of age categories, from Under 11 to Under 19, showcasing the next generation of elite table tennis talent.

Entries are expected from a range of leading table tennis nations including Chinese Taipei, Singapore, Malaysia, and India, as well as from across Australia, New Zealand, and other participating countries. This ensures a high level of competition and presents a valuable platform for Australian athletes to test themselves against some of the world’s best, right on home soil. 

Table Tennis Australia CEO, Nicole Adamson, welcomed the announcement, stating: "We are thrilled to bring the WTT Youth Contender to Western Australia. This event not only highlights the international growth of table tennis but also strengthens Australia’s presence on the global stage. It's a great opportunity for our young athletes and for the broader community to witness world-class talent in action." 

The WTT Youth Contender forms a crucial part of TTA’s long-term strategy to develop the sport nationally and provide superior pathways for emerging talent. 

Junior players can express their interest to nominate through this link 2025 WTT Youth Contender (Perth) EOI - Table Tennis Australia. Further details will be announced in the coming weeks. 

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