The youngest World Tour winner in table tennis history at 14 — Japanese prodigy who became world number one and the most aggressive young player the sport has seen. Born to Chinese table tennis parents who moved to Japan, he combines raw power with fearless attacking play.
Tomokazu Harimoto is Japan's teenage table tennis prodigy who became the youngest player to win a World Tour Super Series event and has rapidly developed into one of the world's top players. His exceptional aggression, powerful forehand, and remarkable composure for his age have produced victories over Chinese players and established him as one of the sport's most exciting young talents.
Youngest ever ITTF World Tour winner and Olympic bronze medalist
How They Played
Aggressive forehand-dominant attacking style with exceptional speed
Lasting Impact
Revolutionized Japanese table tennis and inspired young players globally