ITTF President Sorling expresses optimism about India's advancement.

Petra Sorling, the president of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF), is determined to expand the reach of table tennis while ensuring the sport's financial viability. At 55 years old, Sorling is entering her second term, which will run from 2025 to 2029, with a clear focus on achieving long-term financial stability for the ITTF Group. This comes in light of a concerning financial report indicating a net deficit of $14.4 million for 2025, a stark contrast to the $1.5 million profit recorded the previous year.

Looking ahead, Sorling sees vast opportunities for growth within the sport, particularly with advancements in technology such as artificial intelligence and the integration of e-sports into table tennis. She also pointed out the significance of the mixed team event at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, which will increase the number of medal events for table tennis to six. “It’s both an opportunity and a challenge because we want to deliver all of this with quality. For that, we have to prioritize,” she concluded, underscoring her commitment to the sport's future.