Olympics & Paralympics

Commentator Don Parker has last word on Olympic longevity

Table Tennis England Director Don Parker has clocked up a 10th successive Olympic campaign in the commentary box.

August 13, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Olympics & Paralympics

China complete perfect Games with double Team gold

China kept up their unbeatable record in Olympic Games team competitions as they defeated Sweden 3-0 to win the Men's Team gold medal in Paris, followed by a 3-0 victory over Japan in the Women's Team final.

August 9, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Olympics & Paralympics

It’s ‘beyond a dream’ says Nico as he umpires Paris final

English umpire Nico Caltabiano says umpiring the Men's Singles gold medal match at the Paris Olympics was 'a great honour' and 'beyond a dream'.

August 5, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Olympics & Paralympics

Golden glory for China in Paris Olympics singles finals

China won both gold medals as the singles competitions came to an end at the Paris Olympics – and English umpire Nico Caltabiano shared centre stage as he officiated the Men’s Singles gold medal match.

August 5, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
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Olympics & Paralympics

The launch of the Olympic Fanzone, Bristol with Louis Price

The Olympic Fanzone at Cabot Circus in Bristol has a relaxed vibe set in the beautiful Quakers Friar which has shaded seating, a water feature... Continue reading

August 2, 2024 | Amanda Leonard
Olympics & Paralympics

Liam Pitchford knocked out of Paris Olympics by 13th seed Darko Jorgic

Liam Pitchford’s Olympic hopes are at an end after a 4-2 defeat to 13th seed Darko Jorgic in the last 32. The scoreline was the... Continue reading

July 31, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Olympics & Paralympics

China wins Mixed Doubles Olympic gold medal

China won the first available gold medal at the Paris Olympic Games – and completed the full set of available golds – as they took... Continue reading

July 30, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Olympics & Paralympics

London 2012 umpire Tom Purcell honoured to add Paralympic selection to his CV

Tom Purcell never really wanted to be an umpire – but he went on to take charge of an Olympic final and has been selected for this summer’s Paralympic Games! Find out how to start your own umpiring journey.

July 30, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Olympics & Paralympics

Liam Pitchford romps into second round at Paris Olympics

Liam Pitchford blitzed through his first-round match at the Paris Olympics today with an authoritative display against Fiji's Vicky Wu.

July 29, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Olympics & Paralympics

Anna Hursey loses out to Manika Batra on Olympic debut

Anna Hursey put up a valiant fight before losing in five games on her Olympic debut against world No 28 Manika Batra of India. The... Continue reading

July 28, 2024 | Paul Stimpson