"On behalf of the ITTF I send our heartfelt sorrow and support to the people of Japan for the devastation caused by the recent earthquake and Tsunami. We have received confirmations that members of the table tennis family are safe and sound. But we cannot feel any comfort watching the effects of the recent events on our TV screens. We can only hope that the resilience and perseverance of the Japanese people will overcome any and all devastation and destruction. The positive spirit of the Japanese people will, without a doubt, help in the rebuilding of the affected areas. Our thoughts and our moral support is with the Japanese people, and we are thankful that the members of our table tennis family are all safe. We wish the same for their families and loved ones."
By Adham Sharara, ITTF President.