The international table tennis tournament dedicated to veterans or former players, the "Maldives International Masters Championship," has been announced to be held in V. Keyodhoo in 2027.
Organized jointly by "Iha," an academy dedicated to TT, and the Keyodhoo Council, the tournament has now been launched.
Scheduled for September 1–5 of 2027, the tournament is dedicated to former players aged 40 and above. The first edition of this international tournament, introduced in 2025, was held in AA. Thoddoo.
On that occasion, 85 players from 10 countries participated in the tournament.
The second edition of the tournament was launched by the Member of the People's Majlis for Keyodhoo constituency, Niushad Mohamed. Announcing the tournament, President of Keyodhoo Council Ahmed Yousuf delivered remarks. Senior officials from key institutions of the constituency and the island participated in the ceremony.
"Iha" estimates that 120 players will participate in 2027's tournament.
The academy stated that the tournament will advance table tennis in the Maldives and bring numerous benefits to Keyodhoo.
"Iha" stated that guesthouse owners in the atoll expressed satisfaction over the matter, as the tournament will bring significant growth to the island's community and local tourism.
