NEWS

AINAGOC (Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games Organising Committee), the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), and the Fédération Internationale de Teqball (FITEQ) are pleased to announce the formal conclusion of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) concerning Teqball confirmed as an official medal sport at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026.
 
The MoU establishes a clear framework for cooperation and define the respective roles and responsibilities for the successful delivery of the Teqball competition at the Games. In accordance with the agreed framework and the decision of the OCA Executive Board, FITEQ will assume primary responsibility for the planning, preparation, and delivery of the Teqball competition.
 
AINAGOC will work in close cooperation with FITEQ to support the successful delivery of the Teqball competition at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, providing the support expressly set out in the MoU, while the OCA will oversee the inclusion in line with its governance and regulatory responsibilities.
 
All three parties reaffirm their shared commitment to delivering a high-quality and successful Teqball competition at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, contributing to the continued growth and development of the sport in Asia.
 
Further details regarding competition schedules and operational arrangements will be communicated in due course.

【Overview of Teqball】
　● A sport that combines elements of football and table tennis
　● Players return the ball to the opponent’s side using body parts other than their hands, similar to football
　● A new sport that originated in Hungary in 2012
    ● Played on a specially curved table called a "Teq Table"
 
<Explanation by the Fédération Internationale de Teqball (FITEQ)>
Teqball is a next-generation fusion sport that combines the athleticism, the precision, and the finest ball-technique, played on a uniquely curved table. Teqball was inspired by the idea that a curved surface could unlock smoother ball movement and a whole new way to play — a vision that led to the creation of the first TEQ table after years of development. The sport was officially introduced worldwide in 2016 by Brazilian football legend and Teqball Ambassador, Ronaldinho, followed by the establishment of the international federation, FITEQ, in 2017.
Teqball has rapidly evolved into a global sport, supported by innovative training and development programmes that help athletes worldwide start and grow the game.. Today tens of thousands of athletes from over 150 countries are part of the global Teqball community, with the strong presence in Asia, and dynamic development in Japan. 
Using only their feet, head, chest, and thighs, players showcase world-class skill, creativity, and control in intense one-on-one or doubles battles. Easy to start, spectacular to watch, and built for the digital era, Teqball delivers explosive rallies, fair play, and pure athletic expression — anytime, anywhere, people of all age group. It also actively promotes gender equality by offering men and women a true platform to compete together on an equal playing field.