A look at the players
With 48 players set to ignite the stage, an increase from the 16 players in previous World Cups, ITTF Men’s and Women’s World Cup Macao 2024 promises an electrifying showcase of table tennis prowess. The current World Champion and the U19 World Champion will automatically qualify with the remaining 46 players qualifying either through performance in the continental cups or world ranking. This expansion not only allows a greater number of players to have the opportunity to participate but also gives an opportunity for younger players to enter the World Cup stage as early as possible.
Stage 1: Group Battles
In the first stage, all players will be divided into 16 groups, each comprising three players who will compete in a round-robin match. The top 4 seeds are automatically placed in Groups 1 to 4. The remaining players will be drawn into the groups using a modified snake system drawing, four at a…
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