Table tennis fans are gearing up for the 2025 Qatar World Table Tennis Championship. This year, the event will be held from May 17-25.
Promising to be an unforgettable event, this tournament will be hosted in Doha, Qatar. It will showcase thrilling matches against top-tier players from all over the world.
Are you planning to catch the action live? Here are a few things you need to know about the event, the players, and what it’s like to visit Qatar during this exciting time.
What is the Qatar World Table Tennis Championship?
A breakdown for the uninitiated, this prestigious tournament is part of the World Table Tennis Series (WTT), which will draw some of the best table tennis players in the world to Doha, Qatar.
This year’s championship will be held at the world-class Lusail Sports Arena. It has become a major note on the tennis calendar, with its high-stakes matches between rising stars and proven champions.
2025 match-ups
Players will be competing in a “knockout-style tournament.” Each round will lead up to the grand finals. Viewers can expect intense singles, doubles, and mixed doubles matches, with plenty of exciting rapid-fire play and agility on display.
The official roster is still being finalized, but expect top-ranked stars from China, Japan, Germany, and Sweden, where table tennis is something of a national obsession.
Keep your eyes open for: Fan Zhendong (China), who is the current number one ranked player in the world; Ma Long (China), a multi time world champion; Tomokazu Harimoto (Japan) who is known for his fierce explosive energy; and, Truls Möregårdh (Sweden) is one to watch as a rising star in European table tennis.
Women competitors are just as talented and intense and the competition will have fans on the edge of their seats. Watch for Sun Yingsha (China) and Chen Meng (China), as well as Mima Ito (Japan) who are all expected to make deep runs in the tournament.
Visiting Qatar
A fascinating blend of modern luxury and rich cultural heritage, Qatar offers a unique tourist experience for anyone visiting. Travellers heading to the table tennis tournament should dress for hot, sunny weather. In May, temperatures in Qatar can reach 30-40°C (86-104°F).
In between matches, be sure to make the most of your time in Doha. Check out some of what the region has to offer!
- Head to Souq Waqif, a vibrant market, to take in the exotic spices, textiles, and Middle Eastern cuisine
- Visit Pearl-Qatar for a luxury experience with stunning waterfront views
- History and architecture lovers can’t miss the Museum of Islamic Art
- Adventure seekers should book a desert safari tour for an off-road ride across Qatar’s golden dunes
Staying connected in Qatar
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With aloSIM, you’ll be able to get instant mobile data to use your favourite apps, navigate the city, and check on match schedules—all set up the moment you arrive in Doha.
Just download the aloSIM app, select the Qatar eSIM plan that best fits your data needs, and activate it when your plane lands. The easiest way to enjoy the Qatar Tennis World Championship this year.
