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Kuwait Times
2 days ago
- Sport
- Kuwait Times
Kuwait's Table Tennis Federation introduces doubles tournaments
Falhan Al-Otaibi KUWAIT: The Board of Directors of the Table Tennis Federation, chaired by Falhan Al-Otaibi, has approved several amendments to the competition regulations starting next season. The changes include the introduction of a doubles tournament in all federation competitions, as well as allowing clubs to register one professional player in the Federation Cup for the general category during the 2025–2026 season. Chairman Al-Otaibi thanked all the clubs that supported the technical amendments, saying: 'The amendments came out of the responsibility of the board members for Kuwaiti table tennis, and their keenness to prioritize the higher interest of our national teams. They followed an extensive technical and administrative study and are intended to broaden the selection base among the best players in the future.' He also wished success to all clubs participating in the federation's competitions next season. Al-Otaibi noted that the new regulations also include the introduction of an Under-11 category, set to launch in the 2026–2027 season, to give all clubs equal time to prepare their teams. He added that participation in the Buds and Cubs categories (Under-11 and Under-13) next season will be limited to Kuwaiti players and GCC nationals only.
Arab Times
2 days ago
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait Table Tennis Association opens the door for limited professional participation
KUWAIT CITY, June 30: The Board of Directors of the Kuwait Table Tennis Association, led by Chairman Falhan Al-Otaibi, has approved a series of amendments to its competition regulations, set to take effect starting from the next sports season. Among the most notable changes is the introduction of a doubles tournament across all association competitions, along with a restriction allowing only one professional player per team in the Federation Cup for general age categories during the 2025-2026 season. Chairman Al-Otaibi extended his gratitude to all clubs that supported the proposed technical updates. "These amendments reflect the Board's responsibility for the future of Kuwaiti table tennis and our commitment to the national teams' long-term development,' he said. 'They are the result of a thorough technical and administrative study aimed at expanding the talent pool for future national team selection.' Looking ahead, Al-Otaibi revealed that a new age category (Under-11) will be introduced starting from the 2026-2027 season, allowing clubs ample time to prepare. He added that participation in the Buds and Cubs divisions (Under-11 and Under-13) for the upcoming season will be limited to Kuwaiti and GCC players only, ensuring fair competition and encouraging regional development.
