Merzig plays table tennis: 20 teams fight for the hobby championship title!

Merzig plays table tennis: 20 teams fight for the hobby championship title!

The 11th hobby city championship “Merzig plays table tennis” took place in Merzig on June 14, 2025, and the event was a complete success! In a colorful tournament that lasted around seven hours, 20 teams with around 70 players met to indulge in the sport of table tennis and have a lot of fun. The motto of the tournament was clear: all age groups and skill levels were represented and it was not just about the competition, but above all about the joy of the game.

The competition opened at 12:00 p.m. and participants formed teams of three, with each team allowed to have up to six players. Anyone who had not been actively registered for at least five years was eligible to participate. This concept ensured that young and old came together and competed in a friendly manner. [Wochenspiegel] also reports that it was very important to the organizers, the TTF Merzig, to offer a platform for all passionate hobby players.

Podium places at a glance

The podium places were awarded as follows:

• 1. Platz: Die drei ???
• 2. Platz: Old Schmetterhand
• 3. Platz: Sparkasse Merzig-Wadern 1

A heartfelt thank you was sent to all participants, spectators, helpers and sponsors of the tournament. The TTF Merzig encourages all enthusiasts to visit the event next year and become part of this lively community. For those interested, photos, a detailed report and the overall results are available on the [TTF Merzig website].

Table tennis as a leisure activity

The enthusiasm for table tennis is becoming increasingly greater in Germany. While the “Merzig plays table tennis” event has a family and local character, there are a number of prominent table tennis tournaments in Germany that attract players from all over the world. [Ballx] reports on the biggest table tennis tournaments in the country, including the German Championship, the German Open and the Table Tennis World Cup, which are of enormous importance not only for professionals but also for amateurs.

The city of Merzig is proud of such successful events, which not only promote sporting activity, but also strengthen the sense of community and introduce future generations to the fun of sport. It is clear here: table tennis plays a central role in local club life in Merzig, and the city is planning to make such events a tradition in the future.

For anyone who would like a look back at previous tournaments, the TTF Merzig offers an extensive section on its website that provides insights into the last few years. You can register for future tournaments using a simple registration form or by email lennart.schlender@ttfmerzig.de possible.