Iran advances to top 8 at Asian Table Tennis Championships
The Iranian men’s national table tennis team has made a strong statement at the 28th Asian Table Tennis Championships by advancing to the top eight teams of the tournament. The third day of the championship began with a crucial victory for Iran over Singapore, a result that secured their place among the continent’s elite.
Iran entered the second round after impressive performances in the group stage, defeating both Mongolia and the Maldives.
In the knockout stage, the team faced Singapore and emerged victorious with a 3–1 scoreline. The win was highlighted by the outstanding performance of Noshad Alamiyan, who secured two wins in the match. Amirhossein Hodaei added the third victory for Iran, while Benyamin Faraji was defeated in his individual match, according to Tasnim News Agency.
This performance not only advances Iran to the quarterfinals but also confirms their qualification for the 2026 World Table Tennis Championships, which will be held in London. In total, thirteen teams from the Asian Championships earn the right to participate in the global event, and by reaching the top eight, Iran has already secured its spot among them.
The Iranian national team, led by coach Jamil Lotfollahnasabi, has displayed remarkable consistency throughout the tournament.
The women’s national team also had a notable campaign in Group D. They secured victories against Kyrgyzstan and Nepal in their first two matches, demonstrating skill and determination. However, in the third match, the team suffered a defeat at the hands of Malaysia.