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                                                          2.4 Ultimate Table Tennis League



                                                          India's premier table tennis league is called Ultimate
                                                          Table  Tennis.  The  league,  which  debuted  in  2017

                                                          with six teams and thirty-six players over the course
                                                          of eighteen days, has raised the bar for sports in the

                                                          nation.  UTT  has  become  a  genuinely  global

                                                          phenomenon,  with  elite  athletes  and  coaches  from
                                                          India and throughout the world constituting the core

                                                          of  the  league.  Olympic,  Asian,  and  Commonwealth
              Games medalists are among the players of Ultimate Table Tennis, which is happy to have their

              backing from the Table Tennis Federation of India and the official league broadcaster.


                                                           2.5 Tennis Premier League


                                                           The Tennis Premier League, India's groundbreaking

                                                           tennis  event,  is  dedicated  to  meeting  the  growing
                                                           demand for tennis  and providing a platform for the

                                                           nation's  emerging  talent.  Its  primary  objective  is  to
                                                           empower  young  players  with  the  confidence  and

                                                           skills  to  compete  on  a  global  scale.  Since  its

                                                           establishment  in  2018,  the  league  has  enjoyed
              tremendous success, having completed five highly acclaimed seasons. The participation of India's

              top-ranked players, highly experienced international players and the guidance of esteemed coaches
              have elevated the event's stature. Supported by renowned celebrities, the Tennis Premier League has

              firmly cemented its position as one of the most significant tennis competitions in the country. The
              fifth  season  of  the  Tennis  Premier  League  was  a  resounding  success,  marked  by  the  seamless

              organization  that  brought  together  eight  top  celebrities,  each  cheering  for  their  team.  The

              electrifying atmosphere created by the enthusiastic crowd elevated the event, matched only by the
              exceptional  level  of  play  showcased  by  the  athletes.  The  innovative  20-point  format  captivated

              audiences  with  its  speed  and  thrilling  nature,  making  it  impossible  to  divert  attention  from  the

              game. As promised, we delivered an even grander and more spectacular experience that delighted
              both players and fans alike. Each team in the league will feature a top-10-ranked Indian player in

              every category. To further enhance the competition, we are in talks with the ATP and WTA's Top
              50 ranked players to join the league, adding an international flair to the event. Moreover, each team

              will receive dedicated mentors, coaches, and nutritionists to refine their skills and optimize their


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