Omar Assar Hits Lucky Seven as Hana Goda Reigns Supreme in Benghazi

The African table tennis hierarchy remains firmly under Egyptian rule. On Monday, February 9, 2026, the ITTF Africa Cup concluded in Benghazi, Libya, with a masterclass in dominance: Omar Assar secured a historic seventh men’s title, while 18-year-old phenom Hana Goda continued her flawless continental reign.

Egypt’s Omar Assar

The “Flawless” Seven: Omar Assar’s Masterclass

Omar Assar didn’t just win; he dismantled the competition. The Egyptian veteran completed a “clean sheet” tournament, winning all six matches without dropping a single set.

• The Final: Assar swept Algeria’s Mehdi Bouloussa 4–0 (12–10, 11–8, 11–7, 11–7).

• Historical Milestone: Assar is now the first male player in history to claim seven Africa Cup titles, solidifying his status as Africa’s undisputed G.O.A.T. of the sport.

Hana Goda Reigns Supreme in Benghazi

The Prodigy’s Streak: Hana Goda’s Unbeaten Run

Hana Goda continues to defy age and experience. The teenage sensation successfully defended her title by defeating nine-time champion Dina Meshref 4–0.

• The Dominance: Goda’s 4–0 victory (12–10, 11–3, 11–7, 11–9) extends her unbeaten streak on the continent and marks her fourth consecutive women’s singles title.

Omar Assar Hits Lucky Seven in Benghazi

Rising Stars: Algeria’s New Wave

While Egypt took the trophies, Algeria announced itself as a future powerhouse:

• Mehdi Bouloussa: Made history as the first Algerian to reach an Africa Cup final, notably upsetting Nigeria’s 5-time champion Quadri Aruna 4–3 in a semifinal thriller.

• Tania Morice: The teenage “fairytale” story continued as she secured her first ITTF World Cup ticket, overcoming veteran stars to finish in the top four.

Written by Boom RadioNG