The 2026 World Team Table Tennis Championships will take place in London, England from April 28 to May 10, bringing together the world’s top teams across both the men’s and women’s events.
Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand will represent Southeast Asia, with all three nations fielding men’s and women’s squads as they look to test themselves against higher-ranked opposition and push for a place in the knockout stages.
Here’s a closer look at the Southeast Asian trio ahead of the tournament, which will be broadcast live on SPOTV NOW.
Singapore
Singapore remain one of Asia’s strongest sides outside the traditional powerhouses, built around a well-established women’s programme. Their women’s team have consistently competed at the highest level, highlighted by their historic gold medal at the 2010 edition, and continue to be regular contenders for the knockout rounds. With experience and depth across the squad, they enter the tournament as Southeast Asia’s most credible threat.
| Players | Group Stage Opponents | |
|---|---|---|
| Men’s Team | Izaac Quek (145th) Pang Yew En Koen (176th) Josh Chua (220th) Ellsworth Le (274th) Nicholas Tan (328th) |
Angola – April 29 USA – April 30 Ivory Coast – May 1 |
| Women’s Team | Zeng Jian (34th) Ser Lin Qian (98th) Tan Zhao Yun (157th) Loy Ming Ying (189th) Chloe Lai (221st) |
Trinidad & Tobago – April 28 Hungary – April 30 Ethiopia – May 1 |
Malaysia
Malaysia arrive in London with contrasting prospects across their squads. The women’s team have shown steady progress in recent years, including a notable upset victory over the United States in 2022 and a Round of 16 finish in 2024, signalling their growing competitiveness on the world stage.
The men’s team, however, will be under pressure to deliver a response after a winless campaign in 2024, and will be aiming to regain momentum against strong opposition.
| Players | Group Stage Opponents | |
|---|---|---|
| Men’s Team | Wong Qi Shen (171st) Choong Javen (533rd) Tey Hong Yu (641st) |
Austria – April 29 Togo – April 30 Italy – May 1 |
| Women’s Team | Tee Ai Xin (220th) Karen Lyne (243rd) Chang Li Sian (287th) Ho Ying (454th) |
Dominican Republic – April 28 USA – April 29 Namibia – May 1 |
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Thailand
Thailand’s strength once again lies with their women’s team, who have become increasingly competitive in recent editions. Their Round of 16 finish in 2024 has demonstrated their ability to challenge higher-ranked opponents, and they will be looking to build on that progress in London. The men’s team, meanwhile, are seeking a turnaround after winless outings in both 2022 and 2024, with their last victory at the championships dating back to 2018.
| Players | Group Stage Opponents | |
|---|---|---|
| Men’s Team | Thitaphat Preechayan (273rd) Phakpoom Sanguansin (711st) Sarayut Tancharoen (712nd) |
Egypt – April 28 Turkiye – April 29 Kazakhstan – April 30 |
| Women’s Team | Orawan Paranang (79th) Suthasini Sawettabut (113th) Jinnipa Sawettabut (293rd) Wanwisa Aueawiriyayothin (N/A) Tamolwan Khetkhuan (N/A) |
Slovenia – April 28 Serbia – April 29 Benin – April 30 |
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