The knockout stage is now underway at the 2026 World Team Table Tennis Championships in London. After a strong group stage, the top teams have moved into high-intensity, sudden-death matches. For Canada and the United States, this round brought mixed results but showcased the rising level of North American table tennis.
🇨🇦 Team Canada: Heartbreak and Heroics
The Canadian men entered the round of 32 with a perfect group record, only to face a formidable Danish squad. While Canada ultimately fell 3-2, the match was a true thriller. After falling behind 0-2, Eugene Wang ignited a comeback, setting the stage for Siméon Martin.
In a spectacular display of composure, Martin defeated Tobias Rasmussen 3-2. The match was decided by the slimmest possible margin—64-63 in total points—with games stretching to scores of 16-14 and 17-15. This gritty performance leveled the tie at 2-2, though Denmark eventually clinched the deciding match after over three hours of play.
On the women’s side, Canada’s impressive run ended in the round of 32. After a strong group phase, they faced a highly experienced South Korean team, falling 3-0.
🇺🇸 Team USA: Tough Draws in London
The American men also reached the round of 32 but faced a daunting challenge against a powerful French lineup. Despite the efforts of Kanak Jha, Jishan Liang, and Nandan Naresh, the U.S. fell 3-0.
The American women, who dominated their group with a perfect record, are moving into their knockout match against India.
North American Knockout Results (Provisional)
| Team | Result |
| Canada Men | Lost 3-2 to Denmark |
| Canada Women | Lost 3-0 to South Korea |
| USA Men | Lost 3-0 to France |
| USA Women | vs. India (TBC) |
While the major powers still hold the edge, the gap is narrowing. Pushing a top European nation like Denmark to the final point proves that Canada and the U.S. are becoming true threats on the world stage.
To learn more:
Complete results from the 2026 World Team Table Tennis Championships on World Table Tennis
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