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Quadri Aruna Clinches Top Spot In Africa, Ranks 11th Globally In Latest ITTF Rankings

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Quadri Aruna continues to dominate African table tennis, securing the 11th spot globally in the latest ITTF rankings released on March 12th, 2024. Aruna’s stellar performance at the 13th African Games in Ghana showcased his remarkable skills on the table, solidifying his status as the top-ranked African player worldwide.

The ITTF rankings reflect players’ performances across various events, with Egypt’s Dina Meshref and Hana Goda maintaining their positions as the top-ranked African female players globally. Meanwhile, Algeria’s Lucie Mobarek made a remarkable leap of 544 steps, securing the 103rd position globally and becoming the highest-ranked Algerian female player.

Aruna’s compatriot, Offiong Edem, also made significant progress, climbing 45 steps to claim the 97th position as the best-ranked female Nigerian player. In the men’s singles event, Senegal’s Ibrahima Diaw rose by 26 steps to rank 67th globally, highlighting the depth of talent across Africa.

The African Games not only celebrated individual achievements but also showcased the collective progress of African nations in table tennis. The Tunisian trio of Wassim Essid, Youssef Ben Attia, and Khalil Sta, bronze medalists in the men’s team event, demonstrated notable improvements in their world rankings, with Essid climbing 83 steps to rank 206th, and Ben Attia and Sta each rising over 220 steps.

Aruna’s remarkable performance underscores his unwavering commitment to excellence and serves as an inspiration to aspiring table tennis players across Africa. His consistent dominance in the sport continues to elevate the profile of African table tennis on the global stage, setting new standards of achievement and excellence.

As African table tennis continues to flourish, with players making significant strides in international rankings, the continent emerges as a formidable force in the sport. The success of athletes like Quadri Aruna and the Tunisian trio reflects the immense talent and potential within African table tennis, promising a bright future for the sport on the continent.

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