The hidden maths that could change how you see table tennis
Table tennis is often described as a fast and unpredictable sport where matches are shaped by players’ instincts. But beneath every rally is a deeper layer shaped by mathematics, as a new academic research book explains.
Can you crack the clues and solve Simon’s table tennis-themed crossword?
Two passions combine in in today’s cryptic crossword in The Independent newspaper, set by former Table Tennis England director Simon Griew.
Senior Schools International 2026
England won five gold medals and 25 medals in total at the Senior Schools International in Cardiff.
Billy Shilton & Martin Perry keep up their golden run
A third consecutive gold medal for Billy Shilton & Martin Perry in men’s class 14 and silver for Joshua Stacey & Aaron McKibbin in men’s class 18 were the highlights of the doubles events for the British Para Table Tennis team on the final day of the ITTF World Para Elite Beijing tournament in China.
US Smash 2026
VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS: Watch the US Smash in Los Angeles, where England's Tin-Tin Ho, Tom Jarvis and Liam Pitchford are in action.
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