Nigeria TV Info reports :
Following the completion of the two-day qualifying rounds, the main draw of the 2025 WTT Contender Lagos officially kicks off today, July 24, at the prestigious Molade Okoya-Thomas Hall inside the Teslim Balogun Stadium. This stage marks the beginning of an intense chase for global ranking points and the coveted top prize, as top seeds from across the world clash in thrilling table tennis action.
With the absence of Nigeria's iconic player Quadri Aruna, the spotlight now turns to homegrown talents such as Olajide Omotayo, Matthew Kuti, Abdulbasit Abdulfatai, and Taiwo Mati—each aiming to make a powerful statement on the international stage. Their performances will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.
Meanwhile, North Africa's Wassim Essid of Tunisia and Cameroon's Ylane Batix are among the international hopefuls vying for a standout performance in this highly competitive tournament. This edition marks the second time a WTT Contender event is being hosted on African soil, underscoring Lagos' growing influence in global table tennis.