Indian head coach Massimo Constantini expressed confidence in his team’s preparation ahead of the ITTF-ATTU Asian Table Tennis Team Championships 2025. He said the renewed young squad is ready to deliver a strong performance in Bhubaneswar from October 11 to 15.
Constantini highlighted that the team trained in China for a month and gained valuable experience. “We finished fourth last year and earned a direct entry to the quarterfinals. A medal will depend on one crucial match,” he said. The coach added that strong teams like Japan, Korea, and Hong Kong will challenge India, but the squad is closing the gap.
He emphasized that performing well in the Asian Championship could reflect India’s global potential, including at the Olympics. “This young team has great energy and focus,” Constantini noted.
Praising Odisha’s sports infrastructure, he said the state has built a “citadel of sports.” He added, “Investing in sports means investing in the future. Odisha’s commitment will inspire athletes to perform better.” This is Odisha’s first time hosting an Asian-level table tennis event and marks another milestone for India’s sports capital.
