Our Vision
Inclusivity
Our VISION is to establish an accessible space where table tennis activities are affordable, fostering a culture of sportsmanship and values that extend beyond the sport. We aim to promote these principles, allowing them to positively influence other sports and various aspects of life.
Origins: Table tennis, also known as ping pong, originated in Victorian England as an after-dinner parlor game. It was initially played using books as paddles and a row of books as the net.
Olympic Sport: Table tennis made its Olympic debut at the Summer Olympics in 1988 in Seoul, South Korea. Since then, it has been a regular feature of the Olympic Games.
Fastest Ball: The fastest recorded table tennis shot had an incredible speed of 113.3 kilometers per hour (70.3 miles per hour). It was achieved by the Swedish player Fredrik Håkansson in 2014.
Longest Rally: The longest recorded table tennis rally consisted of 8,694 strokes and lasted 2 hours and 12 minutes. It took place in 2014 between Daniel Ives and Gavin Rumgay in England.
Popular Worldwide: Table tennis is one of the most popular sports in the world, with an estimated 300 million active players worldwide. It is particularly popular in Asia, especially in China.
Tiny Surface Area: The table tennis table has a small playing surface area compared to other sports. It measures 2.74 meters (9 feet) long, 1.525 meters (5 feet) wide, and is 76 centimeters (30 inches) high.
Olympic Dominance: China is the most successful country in table tennis, having won the most Olympic gold medals in the sport. Chinese players have consistently dominated the Olympic table tennis events since their introduction.
Spin and Speed: Table tennis is known for its incredible spin and speed. Players use a variety of spins, including topspin, backspin, sidespin, and variations of these, to add complexity and challenge to the game.
Mind and Reflexes: Table tennis requires quick reflexes, hand-eye coordination, and mental agility. It is often referred to as the fastest racket sport in the world, with lightning-fast rallies and incredible shot-making.
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