WTT Champions Macao 2026 presented by Galaxy Entertainment Group – round of 16 commences

MACAU, September 10 - WTT Champions Macao 2026 presented by Galaxy Entertainment Group, organized by the Sports Bureau of the Macao SAR Government, World Table Tennis (WTT) and Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG), and co-organized by the Macau Table Tennis General Association, continued today (10 September) at the Macao East Asian Games Dome. China’s Chen Xingtong and Zhou Qihao secured progress to the round of 16.

The remaining six round-of-32 matches were played earlier today. Chen Xingtong beat Germany’s Nina Mittelham in straight games (11-5, 11-6, 11-3), before Zhou Qihao prevailed 3-2 in a fiercely contested match (11-9, 10-12, 6-11, 11-9, 11-5) against Germany’s Dang Qiu.

The round of 16 began in the evening. In the men’s singles, Japan’s Tomokazu Harimoto won in straight games (11-3, 11-6, 11-6) against Denmark’s Anders Lind; Sweden’s Anton Kallberg outclassed France’s Flavien Coton 3-0 (11-5, 11-4, 11-7); and Brazil’s Hugo Calderano came from behind to beat Croatia’s Tomislav Pucar 3-1 (6-11, 11-7, 11-6, 11-3).

In the women’s singles, Japan’s Miwa Harimoto defeated Wales’ Anna Hursey in straight games (11-2, 11-4, 11-4), while Romania’s Bernadette Szocs edged Austria’s Sofia Polcanova in five games (11-3, 11-7, 10-12, 8-11, 11-8) to advance to the quarterfinals.

The match results for 10 September are as follows:

The remaining round-of-16 matches will conclude tomorrow (11 September), with four Chinese players in action. In the women’s singles, Chen Yi will face Russia’s Elizabet Abraamian of Russia, while Chen Xingtong will take on Egypt’s Hana Goda. In the men’s singles, Zhou Qihao and Chen Yuanyu will respectively face Kanak Jha of the U.S.A. and Darko Jorgic of Slovenia for places in the quarterfinals.

The schedule for 11 September is as follows:

Tickets for the event continue to be on sale. Members of the public may purchase tickets via the Damai mobile app and mini program, or the MacauTicket.com website and mobile app. Each person may buy a maximum of six tickets per transaction. Every spectator who is 1.2 meters or taller must present a valid ticket for admission. Children shorter than 1.2 meters who do not occupy a seat may enter the venue free of charge when accompanied by a paying adult; each adult may bring only one child with free admission. The event organizers call on interested residents and visitors to purchase tickets through authorized channels. Reselling tickets at inflated prices is prohibited.

During the competition, the organizers held a “Second Classroom” event and invited local students to participate. The students enjoyed a light show and visited the media center to learn about the work of the media. They also had interactive exchanges with Chinese player Xue Fei and Macao player Mak Tin Ian. In addition, the organizers arranged for students from local primary and secondary schools and higher education institutions to watch the competition. Through these activities, the organizers hoped to give Macao youngsters a better understanding of major sporting events and related work, promote the development of table tennis in Macao, and provide guidance for their future career planning.

To promote community economic development and foster the cross-sector integration of “sports + tourism,” the “Ticket Perks x WTT Macao Champions 2026” campaign is being held during the tournament. Spectators holding valid event tickets may visit the tourist information counters at six Macao boundary checkpoints, designated booths at the tournament venue, or the ZAPE Spending Carnival from 7 to 13 September, and present their tickets to on-site staff to scan a QR code and receive three discount vouchers totaling MOP 150. Each spectator may claim the vouchers up to three times during the event period. The vouchers can be used at around 500 designated shops in ZAPE. Additionally, spectators who present their tickets and spend at least MOP 150 in ZAPE can enter a lucky draw for a signed racket by professional athletes. Furthermore, free shuttle buses will be arranged to transport spectators between the tournament venue and ZAPE, channeling visitors into the local community, thereby amplifying the economic benefits of this major sporting event for medium and small enterprises in the district.

The “Ticket Perks” campaign is also held in collaboration with the “ZAPE Cultural and Sports Spending Carnival – WTT Pop-Up Shopping District” activity, which features themed photo installations, interactive experience zones, and game booths. On-site spending lucky draws are also available: residents and visitors who spend at least MOP 50 at shops in ZAPE, participate in on-site game booths, or complete designated check-in tasks at the activity venue can present their receipts or check-in proofs to receive one lucky draw chance (limited daily). Prizes include commemorative souvenirs, instant discount vouchers, and tickets to the Macau Grand Prix Museum, among others. For details on the “Ticket Perks” campaign, please visit the campaign’s website by the Economic and Technological Development Bureau www.dsedt.gov.mo/ticket2026.

To further enhance the vibrant tournament atmosphere and enrich the diverse experiences of residents and tourists, the organizers have set up table tennis-themed activities at the “Art Everywhere – Cultural Vibes at the Weekend” at Anim’Arte NAM VAN from 4 to 6 September and 11 to 13 September. The venue features a table tennis interactive experience zone, a themed photo area, and fun interactive games suitable for family participation, extending the table tennis craze from the competition venue into the community. This allows residents and tourists to experience the unique charm of table tennis and to create a lively and joyful event atmosphere.

For more details, please visit the event’s website at wttmacao.sport.gov.mo or the World Table Tennis website at worldtabletennis.com, or follow the “Macao Major Sporting Events” Facebook page, “澳門體育” (Macao Sports) WeChat public account and “澳門特區體育局” (Macao SAR Sports Bureau) WeChat subscription account.

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