Nigeria’s table tennis star, Quadri Aruna, has reclaimed his position as Africa’s No. 1 player in the latest International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) rankings, solidifying his status as the continent’s top talent in the sport.
Aruna’s rise to the top spot comes after a series of impressive performances on the international stage, where he consistently outperformed his African rivals. His latest achievement further cements his legacy as one of Nigeria’s greatest table tennis players.
The 35-year-old athlete, who has long been a dominant force in African table tennis, now leads the continent’s rankings ahead of Egyptian players Omar Assar and Ahmed Saleh. Aruna’s remarkable career has seen him break multiple records, including becoming the first African player to reach the quarterfinals of the ITTF World Table Tennis Championships in 2021.
Over the years, Aruna has been a key figure in popularizing table tennis in Nigeria, inspiring young talents with his aggressive playing style and dedication to the sport. His latest ranking boosts his chances of representing Nigeria at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where he aims to make history once again.
With this new milestone, Aruna continues to raise the bar for African table tennis, proving that he remains a formidable competitor on the global stage.
