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Nakhon Ratchasima to host back-to-back ITTF Para table tennis events

Nakhon Ratchasima straddled the July para table tennis race with a Future stop and an Elite event six days apart, turning one Thai venue into a ranking pressure point.

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Nakhon Ratchasima to host back-to-back ITTF Para table tennis events

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Ghana to host ITTF Africa Hopes Week for under-12 talent

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Delhi unveils Mayur mascot for Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship 2026

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Feeder Prishtina boosts rankings as multiple players hit career highs

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England eye singles and doubles glory at European Youth Championships

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Bly Twomey wins gold on return, Lowri Hurd takes bronze in Thailand

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