Open Championship — Elite Table Tennis League

About The Championship

The 2026 Elite International Open Championships will bring together top-level players from around the world who share a passion for table tennis, offering them a platform to compete, exchange skills, build friendships, and grow together in the sport. This premier event showcases elite international talent competing at the highest standards.

📍 Venue & Dates: Friday 27th – Sunday 29th March 2026
Arena Joondalup, Kennedya Drive, JOONDALUP WA 6027, Australia

Event Management

Tournament Director

Yu WEI
📧 murphy@ttwa.org.au
📞 +61 8 9470 1830

Tournament Referee

Samuel MILLER (AUS)

Deputy Referee

John McMULLAN (AUS)

Events & Entry Fees

Three main competitive events are offered at the 2026 Elite International Open Championships. All entry fees are $60.00 per player.

Event	Entry Fee	Details
Mixed Teams	$60.00	Team of 3-4 players with mixed doubles and singles matches
Open Singles	$60.00	Individual competition for all genders
Women's Open Singles	$60.00	Dedicated women's singles category

Eligibility & Requirements

Membership: Must be a 2026 registered Comp Plus or State Compete member of TTA, an Affiliated State Association, or an Association Affiliated with ITTF.
Playing Standard: Players with Ratings Central rating above 1300+, or equivalent recognized playing standard.
Direct Entry: Eligible for direct entry based on current ratings as of 1st March 2026.
Wildcards: Additional spots determined by the Tournament Committee.

Tournament Format

Mixed Teams Event

Team Composition: 3-4 players per team with mandatory mixed gender participation
Match Format: Best of 5 games per team match - one mixed doubles and four singles matches
Gender Requirements: Minimum one female player in mixed doubles and women's singles
Stage Format: Round robin groups (3-4 teams per group) with top 2 advancing to knockout

Important Dates

Deadline	Date	Details
Entry Deadline	8 March 2026	Final date for entry form and fees for all accepted entries
Acceptance List & Draws	20 March 2026	Final date for publishing accepted entries and event draws
Tournament Dates	27-29 March 2026	Friday, Saturday, Sunday - Full Championship Event

Official Equipment

All matches will be played on regulation ITTF-approved equipment to ensure fairness and consistency across the championship.

Tables: DHS T1223
Table Colour: Black
Nets: DHS P145
Balls: DHS RS40+ 3-Star plastic white balls
Floor: Wooden Springboard and Red Taraflex Flooring

Rules & Regulations

All matches governed by ITTF (International Table Tennis Federation) rules and regulations.
Players must comply with ETTL code of conduct and fair play principles.
Tournament Director and Referee have sole management authority; their decisions are final.
Clothing Requirements: Players must comply with ITTF regulations. Main clothing colour cannot be WHITE.
All rackets must be compliant with ITTF regulations. Racket control testing will be conducted.
Reporting Requirements: Players must report to Officials' table 15 minutes prior to their events.

Withdrawal & Refunds

Before 8 March: Withdrawals prior to 8 March 2026 receive a FULL REFUND of entry fees.
From 9 March: Withdrawals on or after 9 March 2026 are NOT entitled to a refund.

Questions? Get In Touch

For registration inquiries, technical questions, or any other championship-related concerns, our dedicated support team is ready to assist you.

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🏓 Join us for the most exciting table tennis championship of the year. Secure your spot today!