Waldner Biography Soon Available in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean — With Exclusive Bonus Content
Soon, fans worldwide can enjoy the full story of Jan-Ove “Lao Wa” Waldner in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. This special edition includes not just Waldner’s full career story, but also an exclusive bonus book — featuring in-depth dialogues with several of today’s stars and a recap of the Waldner Cup 2024 event.
Norwegian Minister of Culture Joins Waldner Cup Opening Ceremony
The prestigious Waldner Cup 2024 is set to kick off in grand style with the Norwegian Minister of Culture, Lubna Jaffery, gracing the Opening Ceremony at Oslo’s iconic City Hall on 12 December. This marks a significant moment as the Waldner Cup continues to build bridges between sports, culture, and community.
Waldner Cup Charity Match: A Night of Sport, Stars, and Music
Oslo, 13 December 2024 – The Waldner Cup Charity Match promises an unforgettable evening where sport meets entertainment in the heart of Oslo. Featuring a lineup of the Waldner Cup’s legendary players and Norwegian celebrities, the event blends thrilling table tennis with fun and lighthearted moments for a good cause.
Waldner Cup Press Conference: A Unique Fan Experience
Oslo, Norway – December 12, 2024 – The Waldner Cup invites fans and media to a one-of-a-kind press conference at the main arena, Gullhaug Torg 3, starting at 3:00 PM, following the open training sessions of Team World and Team Asia.
Team World is led by the legendary Jan-Ove Waldner and features rising stars and seasoned champions, including Truls Möregårdh (Sweden), Dimitrij Ovtcharov (Germany), Hugo Calderano (Brazil), Adriana Diaz (Puerto Rico), and Bernadette Szőcs (Romania).
Ma Long (captain and player for Team Asia) and Chen Meng will arrive in Oslo, Norway days prior the Waldner Cup 2024. Norwegians and table tennis fans are excited to welcome them to the land of Northern light and snow!
Waldner Cup Expands Seating and Launches Last Ticket Release
Due to popular demand, we are thrilled to announce an expansion of seating for the Waldner Cup 2024! To ensure even more fans can experience this extraordinary event in Oslo, we’ve opened additional tickets, which will go live tomorrow. This final release provides a unique opportunity for fans who haven't yet secured their seats to witness history being made as table tennis legends Jan-Ove Waldner and Ma Long lead their teams in this epic showdown.
Waldner Cup 2024 Line-Up Announcement: Captains and First Players Revealed
Oslo, Norway – The Waldner Cup is thrilled to announce the first player names for the highly anticipated 2024 tournament. Leading the teams as captains are two of the sport's greatest legends: Jan-Ove Waldner for Team World and Ma Long for Team Asia.
The Waldner Cup 2024 – A Historic Table Tennis Event in Oslo Norway
Oslo, Norway – September 6, 2024 – The Waldner Cup 2024 is set to take place from December 13 to 15 in Oslo, Norway, promising to be one of the most prestigious and exciting table tennis events in recent history. Hosted in the City of Oslo, this event will bring together the world's best table tennis players, including legends and GOATs Jan-Ove Waldner and Ma Long, who will serve as captains for Team World and Team Asia, respectively.