In a thrilling showdown at the Peddem Indoor Stadium in Mapusa, Goa, World No. 8 Felix Lebrun orchestrated a remarkable comeback to secure the men’s singles title at the World Table Tennis Star Contender Goa 2024.
The 17-year-old Lebrun showcased both patience and skill, particularly in the fourth game, where he showcased sublime defensive power, winning without conceding a single point.
Cheng I-Ching of Chinese Taipei emerged victorious in the women’s singles final, defeating Germany’s Nina Mittelham with a commanding straight-set win. Cheng I-ching’s dominance throughout the tournament signals her readiness to claim her spot among the table tennis elite.
The mixed doubles final witnessed an outstanding performance by Shin Yubin and Lim Jonghoon of South Korea, who outplayed Spain’s Alvaro Robles and Maria Xiao with a convincing victory. Their stellar performance added another layer of excitement to an already electrifying tournament.
Notably, the event showcased a record representation of 41 Indian paddlers, underlining the growing enthusiasm and talent in the country’s table tennis scene. Sreeja Akula’s quarter-final finish, the best among Indian players in the singles category, reflects the promising future of Indian table tennis.
The World Table Tennis Star Contender Goa 2024, co-hosted by Stupa Sports Analytics and Ultimate Table Tennis under the guidance of the Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI), not only celebrated international champions but also highlighted the global appeal and rising standard of Indian table tennis.
