WTT Star Contender Chennai 2025: List Of Top Seeds, Olympic Medallists Participating

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In a spectacular display of sportsmanship and talent, Chennai is gearing up to host the much-anticipated WTT Star Contender Chennai 2025, courtesy of IndianOil. This event, distinguished by its high-caliber participants, features a record 158 players from across the globe, including eight Olympic medalists.

The tournament promises to be a thrilling showcase of table tennis, with competitors vying for a hefty prize purse of USD 275,000 and crucial ranking points. From March 25-31, the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium will become the battleground for these athletes, offering fans a chance to witness top-tier table tennis action.

The tournament was officially inaugurated in a ceremony led by Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Thiru Udhayanidhi Stalin, who unveiled the striking WTT Star Contender Chennai Trophy 2025. Indian table tennis icon Achanta Sharath Kamal, who is participating in his final tournament, graced the event.

The tournament is a collaborative effort by Stupa Sports Analytics and Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) under the TTFI. It stands out not only for the prize money and ranking opportunities it offers but also for the unparalleled level of participation it has attracted.

Among the competitors are Tomokazu Harimoto (#3, MS, Japan) and Hina Hayata (#5, WS, Japan), who are leading the pack as top seeds in their respective singles events. They're accompanied by an impressive roster of Olympic medalists and top-ranking players, setting the stage for a highly competitive tournament.

An unprecedented moment for Indian table tennis will be witnessed as Manush Shah and Manav Thakkar, the country's top men's doubles team, enter the tournament as the highest-seeded pair. Their recent semi-final appearance at WTT Star Contender Doha 2025 has set high expectations for their performance on home soil.

Additionally, in the mixed doubles category, Diya Chitale and Manush Shah are positioned as the fourth-seeded pair, aiming to make a significant impact.

This tournament marks a milestone for Indian participation in international table tennis, with 19 Indian players gaining direct entries and wildcards into the main draw. This is the highest representation India has ever achieved at this level, with a total of 82 Indian athletes (35 men and 47 women) competing. The sheer number of participants highlights the growing prominence of table tennis in the country and sets a new standard for future competitions.

Fans eager to catch the action can tune into the Sony LIV app and website for Show Court matches, while the WTT YouTube Channel will broadcast games from Courts 1, 2, and 3. This extensive coverage ensures that table tennis enthusiasts won't miss a moment of what promises to be an exhilarating tournament.