The latest ITTF men's world rankings from June 22, 2026, have set the stage for an intense showdown at the upcoming US Smash. While the number one spot remains firmly locked down, the race for the second position has turned into a thriller.
Wang Chuqin (China) – 10,677 points: Holding a massive lead of over 4,000 points above his closest rivals, the Chinese powerhouse continues his absolute dominance, entering the American tournament as the undisputed favorite.
Tomokazu Harimoto (Japan) – 6,333 points: The Japanese star successfully maintains his ground at number two, but his position is under serious threat.
Truls Möregårdh (Sweden) – 6,255 points: Closing in fast, the Swede is right behind Harimoto, trailing by a mere 78 points.
With such a tiny margin separating Harimoto and Möregårdh, the US Smash is going to be crucial. Every single match will count, and a shake-up in the world’s top three is highly likely depending on how the brackets unfold.
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