Overview
We are excited to reveal the new TOPX is a premier invitational table tennis event from TTNZ featuring New Zealand’s top-ranked athletes. The event is designed to deliver a high-performance competition environment that closely reflects international standards, providing athletes with meaningful match exposure and benchmarking opportunities.
Participation is by invitation only, with athletes selected based on established eligibility and performance criteria.
Watch the Action Live - Free admission
Get ready for top-level table tennis action at the TOPX tournament. This invitation-only event brings together New Zealand’s top-ranked athletes in a full round robin format, where every match counts.
Watch high quality, fast paced rallies, smart tactics, and intense matchups up close. With athletes facing every opponent in their category, fans can enjoy non-stop action throughout the tournament.
Dates
- TOPX: Saturday 4th July and Sunday 5th July 2026
- Youth Olympic Games (YOG) Trial: Monday 6th July
Venue
Rosehill College Gymnasium
5 Edinburgh Avenue, Rosehill, Papakura, Auckland 2113
Parking & Entry
Please park at Carpark 2 and enter via Edinburgh Avenue
Events
- Open Men’s Singles
- Open Women’s Singles
- Under 19 Men’s Singles
- Under 19 Women’s Singles
TTNZ invites everyone to come along, support our athletes, and be part of the atmosphere. Entry is free, so bring your friends and family and enjoy a great day of sport.
Playing Schedule
Friday 3rd July
| 7.00pm | Opening Ceremony, more details coming soon...watch this space! |
Saturday 4th July TOPX Day 1
All rounds of matches are followed by:
| Approx time | T1 | T2 | T3 | T4 |
| 8.30am | U19G-R1 | U19G-R1 | U19G-R1 | U19G-R1 |
| 9.10am | U19B-R1 | U19B-R1 | U19B-R1 | U19B-R1 |
| 9.50am | OM-R1 | OM-R1 | OM-R1 | OM-R1 |
| 10.45am | OW-R1 | OW-R1 | OW-R1 | OW-R1 |
| 11.40am | U19G-R2 | U19G-R2 | U19G-R2 | U19G-R2 |
| 12.20pm | U19B-R2 | U19B-R2 | U19B-R2 | U19B-R2 |
| 1.00pm | OM-R2 | OM-R2 | OM-R2 | OM-R2 |
| 1.55pm | OW-R2 | OW-R2 | OW-R2 | OW-R2 |
| 3.00pm (not before) | ||||
| 3.10pm | U19G-R3 | U19G-R3 | U19G-R3 | U19G-R3 |
| 3.50pm | U19B-R3 | U19B-R3 | U19B-R3 | U19B-R3 |
| 4.30pm | OM-R3 | OM-R3 | OM-R3 | OM-R3 |
| 5.25pm | OW-R3 | OW-R3 | OW-R3 | OW-R3 |
| 6.20pm | U19G-R4 | U19G-R4 | U19G-R4 | U19G-R4 |
| 7.00pm | U19B-R4 | U19B-R4 | U19B-R4 | U19B-R4 |
| 7.40pm | OM-R4 | OM-R4 | OM-R4 | OM-R4 |
| 8.35pm | OW-R4 | OW-R4 | OW-R4 | OW-R4 |
Sunday 5th July, TOPX Day 2
All rounds of matches are followed by:
| Approx time | T1 | T2 | T3 | T4 |
| 8.30am | U19G-R5 | U19G-R5 | U19G-R5 | U19G-R5 |
| 9.10am | U19B-R5 | U19B-R5 | U19B-R5 | U19B-R5 |
| 10.00am | OM-R5 | OM-R5 | OM-R5 | OM-R5 |
| 10.55am | OW-R5 | OW-R5 | OW-R5 | OW-R5 |
| 11.50am | U19G-R6 | U19G-R6 | U19G-R6 | U19G-R6 |
| 12.30pm | U19B-R6 | U19B-R6 | U19B-R6 | U19B-R6 |
| 1.10pm | OM-R6 | OM-R6 | OM-R6 | OM-R6 |
| 2.05pm | OW-R6 | OW-R6 | OW-R6 | OW-R6 |
| 3.00pm | U19G-R7 | U19G-R7 | U19G-R7 | U19G-R7 |
| 3.40pm | U19B-R7 | U19B-R7 | U19B-R7 | U19B-R7 |
| 4.20pm | OM-R7 | OM-R7 | OM-R7 | OM-R7 |
| 5.15pm | OW-R7 | OW-R7 | OW-R7 | OW-R7 |
| 6.00pm | Conclusion and Prizegiving |
Monday 6th July, YOG Trial
All rounds of matches are followed by:
| Approx time | T1 | T2 | T3 | T4 |
| 9.00am | Girls-Round 1 | Girls-Round 1 | Girls-Round 1 | Girls-Round 1 |
| 9.55am | Boys-Round 1 | Boys-Round 1 | Boys-Round 1 | Boys-Round 1 |
| 10.50am | Girls-Round 2 | Girls-Round 2 | Girls-Round 2 | Girls-Round 2 |
| 11.45am | Boys-Round 2 | Boys-Round 2 | Boys-Round 2 | Boys-Round 2 |
| 12.40pm | Girls-Round 3 | Girls-Round 3 | Girls-Round 3 | Girls-Round 3 |
| 1.35pm | Boys-Round 3 | Boys-Round 3 | Boys-Round 3 | Boys-Round 3 |
Purpose and Significance
TOPX plays a key role within the national high-performance pathway providing:
- A benchmark competition for New Zealand top-ranked athletes
- A platform to support selection for the 2027 National Squads
- High-quality match experience aligned with international competition standards
For the 2026 edition only, the event will also incorporate a Youth Olympic Games (YOG) Trial, which forms part of the New Zealand Olympic Committee (NZOC) nomination process.
Competition Format
TOPX events will be conducted in a full round-robin format. Each athlete will compete against all other athletes within their category, resulting in a minimum of seven matches per athlete.
This format maximises competitive opportunities and supports athlete development through consistent, high-quality match play.
Eligibility and Selection
Athletes will be invited in accordance with the TOPX eligibility and selection criteria. Key principles include:
- A maximum of eight athletes per event category and gender
- Selection based on ITTF World Rankings and TTNZ Merit Lists
- Compliance with International Table Tennis Federation eligibility requirements
- Timely confirmation of participation following invitation
These criteria ensure a competitive field comprising the top-ranked athletes in New Zealand.
The top-ranked athletes in each category will be selected based on performance, rankings, and eligibility criteria.
Coming Soon - List of top-ranked athletes
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers play an important role in delivering a smooth and enjoyable event for athletes and fans. Table Tennis New Zealand (TTNZ) is looking for enthusiastic people to get involved.
Volunteer roles include:
- Venue Setup
- Venue Opening
- Venue Closing
- Opening Ceremony
- Live Streaming & Media
- Fan Zone Activator: "Have-a-go" table areas.
- Volunteer Corner (Help Desk)
- Floor Runner
- Venue Pack-Down
If you’re keen to gain hands-on experience, meet great people, and support the table tennis community, we’d love to have you on board.
Join us and help make TOPX tournament an unforgettable event!
Support the TOPX Tournament
Table Tennis New Zealand is seeking support to deliver the TOPX tournament, a premier event featuring New Zealand’s top-ranked athletes.
The tournament provides high-quality, round-robin competition that supports athlete development and national squad selection, while creating an exciting environment for players and the wider community.
TTNZ is looking to partner with organisations/corporations that want to support high performance sport and contribute to the growth of table tennis in New Zealand.
If you are interested in supporting the TOPX tournament, please get in touch. Every contribution makes a difference.