Men’s singles

The ITTF announced its world rankings for the 41st week of 2026 on October 5. Matsushima moved from third to first after China Smash 2025 points expired for Wang Chuqin and Félix Lebrun.

A historic ascent

Matsushima is the first Japanese men’s singles world No. 1 since Seiji Ono in 1980 and set the youngest-ever record at 19 years, 5 months and 6 days. Tomokazu Harimoto remains third, making him the second-highest-ranked Japanese player in the men’s singles list.

Doubles leaders

Alexis and Félix Lebrun retains the first place in men’s doubles, while Lim Jong-hoon and Oh Jun-sung rises to third after reaching the Asian Games quarterfinals. Lim Jong-hoon and Shin Yu-bin retains first place in mixed doubles.