International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) leaders outlined bold changes for the sport’s inclusion at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics during a press conference held in China's Macao Special Administrative Region. The event, organized alongside the ongoing ITTF World Cup, featured ITTF President Petra Sörling, Deputy President Liu Guoliang, and CEO Steve Dainton, who emphasized efforts to modernize the sport and enhance its global appeal.
Sörling highlighted updates to technical regulations, match formats, and governance frameworks designed to balance tradition with innovation. \"Table tennis must evolve to engage new generations while honoring its rich heritage,\" she stated. Liu Guoliang, a former Olympic gold medalist, stressed the importance of \"fair competition and athlete-centric policies\" to maintain the sport’s Olympic relevance.
The announcement underscores Macao’s growing role as a hub for international sporting diplomacy. Analysts suggest these changes could influence athlete preparation strategies and commercial opportunities ahead of LA 2028, particularly across Asia’s vibrant table tennis markets.
