Naomi Coker Qualifies for 2027 ITTF Finals
Sierra Leonean table tennis star Naomi Coker has secured qualification for the Women’s Singles event at the 2027 International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) World Championships Finals, scheduled to take place in Astana, Kazakhstan, from May 22–30, 2027.
Coker earned her place at the global competition after finishing among the top eight quarter-finalists at the 2026 ITTF Africa Championships held in Tangier, Morocco. Her qualification marks a significant achievement for Sierra Leone table tennis, providing the young athlete with an opportunity to represent the country on one of the sport’s biggest international stages.
The ITTF Africa Executive Committee has officially congratulated Coker and the Sierra Leone Table Tennis Federation on the achievement, recognising their success in securing a place at the prestigious world championships.
Coker’s qualification stands as a proud moment for Sierra Leone and another major milestone for the development of table tennis in the country. Her participation in Astana will give her the opportunity to compete against some of the world's leading players while flying the Sierra Leone flag on the international stage.
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