In the latest world rankings released by the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF), Nigerian table tennis player Taiwo Mati made a significant leap, climbing 13 places to secure the 63rd position.
Mati, an 18-year-old prodigy, accumulated 272 points, solidifying his position as the third-best player in Africa. This remarkable achievement highlights Mati’s talent and potential at a young age. Previously, in the week 26 rankings, he held the 76th spot.
Mati’s rise in the rankings can be attributed to his performances in various tournaments this year. He reached the quarterfinals of the ITTF-Africa Cup in Nairobi, Kenya, the Round of 32 at the ITTF World Table Tennis Championships in Durban, South Africa, and took part in the WTT Contender in Lagos, although he faced an early exit in the latter event.
