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Laos is set to host two major international table tennis tournaments—the 4th WTT Youth Contender and the 2nd WTT Feeder Series 2026—from July 30 to August 8 at the Lao-ITECC Mall in Vientiane.
The Lao National Table Tennis Federation (LNTTF) announced its readiness during a press conference on July 25, saying the events underscore the country's growing reputation as a host of international sporting competitions.
LNTTF Vice President Olatai Santikhongkha said Laos has earned the confidence of World Table Tennis (WTT) and the Asian Table Tennis Union (ATTU) through the successful organization of previous tournaments that met international standards.
The 10-day competition has attracted 403 participants from 22 countries, including 320 athletes competing in youth and senior categories. Organizers said entries for the men's senior competition exceeded the allocated quota, reflecting the tournament's growing popularity.
As the host nation, Laos will field 70 athletes and coaches in the youth events for competitors aged 9 to 19, along with 16 participants in the senior division.
The tournaments will feature singles and mixed doubles events in the Under-11, Under-13, Under-15, Under-17, Under-19, and senior categories, with athletes competing for 32 championship titles.
Officials said hosting the events will raise Laos' profile in international sport while giving local players valuable opportunities to compete against leading young talents and elite athletes from around the world on home soil.
KPL
