The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) is pleased to announce that the 17th ITTF Sports Science Congress will be held on 15-16 May 2025 at Aspetar, a world-renowned orthopaedic and sports medicine hospital in Doha, Qatar.

After a six-year hiatus since the last Congress in 2019, the event is back to serve as a premier platform for professionals in the field to exchange knowledge and advancements in table tennis sports science. The Congress will bring together physicians, allied healthcare practitioners, sports scientists, coaches, and sports managers to:

• Explore the latest research across various sports science disciplines.

• Discuss injury risks, health considerations, and best practices in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention for players of all ages and genders.

• Gain insights into travel sports medicine, including the effects of transoceanic travel, sleep, and performance management for elite athletes.

• Understand the role of shared decision-making in sports science and medicine.

The Congress will feature a diverse range of topics, including biomechanics, physiology, nutrition, fitness testing, training, perceptuo-motor skills, match analysis, para table tennis, youth development, table tennis as a health sport, anti-doping, mental and psychological aspects, gender equality, diversity and inclusion, coaching, governance, integrity, equipment, esports, and sustainability.

Participants will have the opportunity to learn from world-class experts and engage in discussions that will shape the future of table tennis sports science.

Following the Congress, attendees can look forward to the ITTF World Table Tennis Championships Finals Doha 2025, scheduled from 17 to 25 May 2025, making this a remarkable period for table tennis enthusiasts.

For more information, including the full agenda and registration details, please visit the dedicated page. ITTF encourages all interested parties to register promptly, as seats are limited.