The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) and World Table Tennis (WTT) have announced new broadcast agreements expanding access to flagship competitions in Europe (Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France) and the United States. These deals, including renewals with Dyn in the DACH region and a launch with FanDuel TV in the US, aim to increase visibility and attract new audiences, with a focus on language accessibility and diverse platforms. The French agreement with L’Équipe provides exclusive French-language coverage.

The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has allocated €770,000 in grants to 21 International Federations and International Organisations of Sport for the Disabled, focusing on technical official training across 26 para sports. This initiative aims to enhance technical and organizational capacity, ensuring consistent standards and sustainable development within the Paralympic Movement, aligning with a broader strategy to build robust structures beyond Games and support balanced global growth.

The newly elected ITTF Executive Board convened in Chengdu to finalize governance matters, allocate portfolios, and plan for the federation's centenary in 2026. Key decisions include establishing a World Masters Team Championship, opening host bids for upcoming events, and appointing a recruitment agency to find a new secretary general. The board also approved a special 'ITTF 100 Years' logo and confirmed the Global Youth Training Camp in Chengdu, providing valuable experience for young players ahead of table tennis's Olympic debut in Los Angeles 2028. Executive Board portfolios have been assigned to members reflecting their expertise.