WTT Contender Lagos 2025 concluded yesterday with dramatic finals and decisive victories across all events, drawing to a close one of Africa’s premier annual table tennis showdowns.
Men’s Singles: Anders Lind (Denmark)
Denmark’s Anders Lind captured the men’s singles title with a commanding 4–1 victory over Croatia’s Tomislav Pucar (scores: 11‑4, 13‑11, 10‑12, 13‑11, 11‑7). Lind’s performance showcased precision and power, thrilling the passionate Lagos crowd
Women’s Singles: Honoka Hashimoto (Japan)
Japan’s Honoka Hashimoto dethroned defending champion Sreeja Akula (India) in the women’s final, winning 4–1 with exceptional defensive control (11‑7, 11‑3, 11‑4, 9‑11, 13‑11)
Doubles Event Winners
Men’s Doubles: G Sathiyan & Akash Pal (India)
The Indian duo G Sathiyan and Akash Pal defended their title in style, defeating France’s Leo De Nodrest & Jules Rolland in straight sets—3–0 (11‑9, 11‑4, 11‑9)—to secure the men’s doubles crown
Women’s Doubles: Ryu Hanna & Kim Nayeong (South Korea)
South Korea’s Kim Nayeong & Ryu Hanna clinched the women’s doubles championship in a gripping 3–2 final win over Egypt’s Hana Goda & Dina Meshref, showcasing clutch play in decisive moments.
Final Recap Table
Category | Champions | Runners-up | Score |
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Men’s Singles | Anders Lind (DEN) | Tomislav Pucar (CRO) | 4–1 |
Women’s Singles | Honoka Hashimoto (JPN) | Sreeja Akula (IND) | 4–1 |
Men’s Doubles | G Sathiyan & Akash Pal (IND) | Leo De Nodrest & Jules Rolland (FRA) | 3–0 |
Women’s Doubles | Kim Nayeong & Ryu Hanna (KOR) | Hana Goda & Dina Meshref (EGY) | 3–2 |
Mixed Doubles | Jules ROLLAND & Prithika PAVADE (FRA) | Akash PAL & Poymantee BAISYA (IND) | 3–1 |
The event reaffirmed Africa’s growing status as a major hub for international table tennis, with packed stands and strong media attention.
WTT Contender Lagos 2025 will be remembered for fierce battles, upsets, and the emergence of new champions, with top players from Europe, Asia, and Africa all leaving their mark on this year’s edition.
