Table tennis: an Olympic sport
Table tennis: an Olympic discipline that is accessible to everyone
Table tennis has long been seen as a simple pastime. Over the course of its history, it has evolved into a true Olympic sport. Today, table tennis is the most widely played sport in the world. Combining speed, technique, and precision, ping pong has nothing to envy from other sports. An international discipline, a family game, or a mix of different styles of play, table tennis stands out through its many facets.
Table tennis as an Olympic sport
Table tennis first appeared in England in the 1890s. As an alternative to lawn tennis, it was often played after meals. The equipment used at the time was very basic: the rounded end of a champagne cork served as a ball, while rackets were made from cigar box lids. In the 1900s, the first rubber rackets were developed. Later, new innovations led to the continuous evolution of rackets as well as the rules of the game. Table tennis was included for the first time in the Olympic Games in Seoul in 1988. Today, more than 40 million players are registered. Thousands of amateur and professional clubs have been created and take part in national competitions. These figures make table tennis the most widely played sport in the world. This success is largely due to its strong popularity in China, the dominant country in table tennis.
Table tennis: a game for the whole family
Table tennis is a warm and friendly sport. Gather around a table with your loved ones and enjoy a great moment of sharing! Ping pong is a leisure activity open to everyone, with no age or skill requirements. Want to relax after a long day? Bring your family into a new game. Ping pong adapts to your practice: inside your home, in your garage, in your garden, or even in a public park. Play however you like! Your physical endurance will continue to improve and provide you with new sensations.
In addition to being a sport of concentration, table tennis helps you stay fit.
