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In this video, we explore the ITTF World Para Ranking and its recent modernization to enhance fairness, accuracy, and global reach in para table tennis. The International Table Tennis Federation has introduced cutting-edge changes to the ranking system, ensuring that players from around the world are accurately represented based on their performances. Learn how this updated system works, the benefits for athletes, and the impact it has on the sport's growth globally. Whether you're a fan, a player, or just curious about para sports, this video will give you all the insights you need!

The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) today introduced the ITTF World Para Ranking, a modernized ranking system that aligns with the newly restructured ITTF World Para Circuit set to debut in 2025.

This comprehensive revamp represents a milestone for Para table tennis, designed to elevate the sport, enhance player participation, and ensure a fair and competitive environment. The updated system incorporates feedback from ITTF Member Associations, coaches, and players, aiming to create a more inclusive and dynamic ecosystem for Para table tennis athletes worldwide.

Key Features of the New ITTF World Para Ranking

Rankings will be determined based on a player or pair’s top six results within the past year, with specific restrictions to ensure fairness (e.g., a maximum of one result from restricted-participation events and two results from U23 competitions). They will cover senior (all players) and U23 categories across 11 classes.

Ranking points will be awarded based on final standings at sanctioned events, with higher-tier events like the Paralympic Games and World Championships offering up to 2,000 points for champions. Points will remain valid for one year, expiring on the anniversary week of their inclusion.

Players will no longer lose points for match losses, reducing mental stress and fostering a growth-oriented competitive atmosphere.

Rankings will be published weekly across multiple categories, including Men’s and Women’s Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles (both for pairs and individuals).

The revamped ranking system is seamlessly integrated into the restructured Para Table Tennis Series, which now features three competitive tiers: Future, Challenger, and Elite. These tiers aim to cater to players of varying levels and development stages, ensuring increased opportunities for competition and progression.

A Transition for Growth
To ensure a smooth transition, players’ current rankings will be converted into initial points based on a carefully calculated formula.

This phased approach allows athletes to adapt to the new system, with points gradually replaced as players participate in events throughout the year.


Points to be awarded depending on the event category, class and format as per the following tables,
where:
• Main Draw of a certain number of players (4, 8, 16 or 32).
• Group 4, Group 5: a single group of 4 or 5 players, with points for the position in the group as winner (W), 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th.
• Q. Gr: qualifying group of 3 or 4 players, with points for 2nd Last and Last positions for the players not progressing to the Main Draw.



Resource:
https://www.ittf.com/2024/12/16/ittf-...