South America's greatest table tennis player — world number three and the highest-ranked player from outside Asia or Europe in the sport's history. His explosive forehand and athletic court coverage have made Brazil a genuine force in international table tennis for the first time.
Hugo Calderano is Brazil's exceptional table tennis player and South America's finest, a consistent top-ten world-ranked performer whose powerful, aggressive playing style and impressive results against Chinese players have made him one of the sport's most respected non-Asian competitors. He has been a trailblazer for table tennis in South America.
Highest-ranked Brazilian table tennis player in history
How They Played
Aggressive attacking style with powerful forehand
Lasting Impact
Pioneer for Brazilian table tennis on the world stage