Petra Sörling
“It has been the greatest honour of my life to lead the ITTF during this pivotal period. We have laid a solid foundation, but this is only the beginning. I am committed to continuing this work and leading our sport into an even brighter future.”
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LA 2028 Games venue for table tennis is too small
I The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics table tennis venue is too small for the needs of the sport amid a growing global popularity, said the head of the International Table Tennis Federation Petra Soerling on Thursday. Click to read the original article The table tennis...
We have no time to waste on internal fights
Ahead of the IOC’s first female president Kirsty Coventry formally taking over next month, one of the few women leading an Olympic sport faces an election challenge. Click to read the original article The International Table Tennis Federation’s president since 2021,...
ITTF chief Sorling outlines vision
Petra Sorling has spoken of her ambition to elevate table tennis in the Olympic program as she seeks a second term as ITTF president. Click to read the original article: Seeking her second term as International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) president, Petra Sorling...
A Message From Your ITTF President
”It is my pleasure to present to you the interview I made together with Mr. David Eades where we are reflecting on my first term and the accomplishments that we have made together in the table tennis family as well as what lies ahead of us.”
Announcement 2025–2029 ITTF President
”I am so excited today as your ITTF President to announce that I have been nominated for another term as President.It has been an amazing three years together. We have achieved a lot and we do have momentum for table tennis and we are growing our sport to the level where it deserves to be. I am counting on your support to continue this journey together. Thank you so much. ”
my vision for the future
I am ready to serve for another term. The next four years will further build on our momentum, focusing on Unity, Growth, and Good Governance. We will deepen our engagement for all member associations, embrace innovative opportunities like Esports and AI, and prepare for the ITTF’s centenary — a unique chance to celebrate our history while shaping the future of our sport.
Petra Sörling
ITTF President & IOC Member