ITTF Elections 2025: AGM Statement
- Petra Sörling of Sweden was re-elected president of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Doha.
- The ITTF employs secure electronic voting systems, overseen by LUMI, also used by the International Olympic Committee, since 2020.
- The presidential election was conducted in a hybrid mode, with those present in Doha voting manually and those online using the secured system.
Petra Sörling‘s re-election as ITTF president was confirmed,yet the Annual General meeting (AGM) experienced notable disruption,necessitating an investigation. The ITTF, committed to clarity, utilized a secure electronic voting system, ensuring a fair election process, despite the chaos that subsequently unfolded. This pivotal moment for the International Table Tennis Federation saw 208 member associations register, highlighting the global impact of the sport. Although challenges arose, News Directory 3 reports that the ITTF is determined to address issues and uphold its commitment to the sport’s integrity. The AGM will be reconvened to finalize pending matters, including the election of vice presidents and council members. discover what’s next for the future of table tennis.
Petra Sörling Re-elected ITTF President amid AGM Disruption
Updated May 29, 2025
Petra Sörling of Sweden was re-elected president of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Doha. The election, held Tuesday, saw Sörling receive 104 votes, narrowly defeating Khalil Al-Mohannadi of Qatar, who garnered 102 votes. The ITTF has clarified the election process, emphasizing its adherence to the ITTF Constitution and Statutes.
The ITTF employs secure electronic voting systems, overseen by LUMI, also used by the International Olympic Committee, since 2020. A total of 208 member associations registered for the ITTF AGM 2025. According to the ITTF, 201 member associations confirmed their presence, with 185 in person and 16 online. Each member association has one vote, irrespective of whether it is present in person or online.
The presidential election was conducted in a hybrid mode, with those present in Doha voting manually and those online using the secured system. The results showed a two-vote difference in favor of Sörling. The ITTF rejects any statement to recognize any other result.
Following the presidential election, the AGM was suspended due to disruption by individuals who were not delegates or members of the ITTF. The ITTF strongly condemned the disruption and will conduct an investigation to determine responsibilities and prevent future occurrences. The election of Petra Sörling as ITTF President ensures continuity in the leadership of the organization, despite the challenges faced during the AGM.
The disruption of the AGM has prompted the ITTF to address the situation with urgency. The ITTF will not comment further on the election process at this stage and will address any formal complaint it should receive in the appropriate forum.
What’s next
The AGM will be reconvened to address remaining agenda items, including the election of executive vice presidents, the appointment of ITTF Council members, and the appointment of committee members. The date and modalities of the AGM continuation will be announced later.