We examine the upcoming schedule, and streaming details of the WTT Star Contender Goa 2024, which will run from 23rd January through 28th January
Scheduled to unfold in Goa from January 23 to 28, 2024, the WTT Star Contender ranks as India’s premier table tennis tournament. Originating from the vision of the International Table Tennis Federation in 2019, World Table Tennis (WTT) serves as the focal point for global professional men’s and women’s table tennis events. The series, featuring various events throughout the year, showcases the four Grand Smashes as the pinnacle of prestige.
WTT Star Contender Goa 2024 schedule, date, time, venue, players list, prize money, live streaming telecast where to watch
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Within the context of the six-star Contender series events, participation is limited to the top 30 players, with six obligatory players drawn from the top 20 in the world rankings. The tournament boasts an impressive prize pool of USD 250,000, with significant ranking points at stake. Additionally, it functions as a qualifying platform for the WTT Cup Finals and WTT Champions Series.
In its first edition in 2023, WTT Star Contender Goa drew the participation of top players globally, such as Fan Zhendong, Tomokazu Harimoto, Wang Yidi, and Hina Hayata. Noteworthy is the representation of Indian players, with 40 contenders in the event. In 2023, Liang Jingkun and Wang Yidi, secured victory in the men’s and women’s singles categories. Stupa Sports Analytics and Ultimate Table Tennis co-host the tournament, operating under the guidance of TTFI.
WTT Star Contender Goa 2024 main draw, Indian paddlers, & top-ranked players
For the upcoming 2024 WTT Star Contender Goa, a total of 48 players will feature in the main draw for both men’s and women’s singles events. Simultaneously, 16 pairs will participate in the main draw for the men’s and women’s doubles categories, while eight pairs will vie for honors in the mixed doubles category.
The initial roster of players for the upcoming event has been unveiled, featuring a mix of global superstars and local Indian talents. Anticipation surrounds the event, with the Indian team expected to receive significant support from the local crowd. This presents a noteworthy opportunity for prominent Indian players such as Harmeet Desai, Achanta, Manika Batra, Sreeja Akula, Sathiyan, Manav Thakkar, and Manush Shah to make their mark in a major competition.
In the Men’s category, the top five players confirmed so far include Hugo Calderano (WR #5), Felix Lebrun (WR #8), Jang Woojin (WR #10), Dimitrij Ovtcharov (WR #12), and Dang Qiu (WR #13). On the Women’s side, the leading five players revealed are Shin Yubin (WR #9), Xiaoxin Yang (WR #14), Joo Chenhui (WR #16), Cheng I-Ching (WR #18), and Nina Mittelhan (WR #21). As the event unfolds, these players will vie for success and showcase their skills on the international stage.
When & Where to watch: live stream & TV telecast coverage
WTT Star Contender Goa 2024 competition will take place at the Peddem Indoor Stadium in Goa, running from January 23 to January 28, commencing at 7 AM IST. Table Tennis enthusiasts have the opportunity to follow the event on WTT’s official YouTube channel for free. By clicking here, interested fans can access the live stream. Australian viewers can catch the event on Fox More, while Indian fans have the option to watch it on WTT’s official Facebook page.