Question
Download Solution PDFWho among the following become the first Indian player to get elected in the Athletes’ Commission of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF)?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Sharath Achanta Kamal.
Key Points
- Star Indian paddler Sharath Kamal has become the first player from India to get elected to the Athletes’ Commission of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF).
- Eight athletes including four male and four female, were elected from Asia, Africa, the Americas, Europe, and Oceania and will serve in the Athletes’ Commission for four years from 2022 to 2026.
- In a release issued by the Table Tennis Federation of India, Sharath thanked the whole of Asia and all the voters for showering affection and faith in him.
- He also thanked the CoA, Committee of Administrators for forwarding his name to ITTF.
- Sharath has already been selected for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, the country’s highest sports recognition this year.
Additional Information
- The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) is the governing body for all national table tennis associations.
- The role of the ITTF includes overseeing rules and regulations and seeking technological improvement for the sport of table tennis. The ITTF is responsible for the organization of numerous international competitions, including the World Table Tennis Championships which has continued since 1926.
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