Commey and Marfo Make History as First Ghanaian Doubles Pair to Reach WTT Semi-Finals

By Emmanuel Austin Baah On Jul 25, 2025

By Kwame Larweh

In a landmark moment for Ghanaian sport, table tennis stars Emmanuel Commey and James Marfo have made history by becoming the first Ghanaian men’s doubles pair to reach the semi-finals of a World Table Tennis (WTT) event.

Their breakthrough performance came at the ongoing WTT Contender tournament in Lagos, Nigeria, earning them widespread acclaim and sparking a wave of national pride.

The duo’s inspiring journey has raised hopes of a potential podium finish, as they prepare for a challenging semi-final clash. The entire nation is now united in support, willing them on to go one step further and secure a historic medal.

“We feel excited to have reached the semi-finals of this WTT event,” said Emmanuel Commey, a multiple-time national champion. “We hope to maintain our momentum and push through to the final.”

Their achievement not only highlights their individual skill and commitment but also signals a promising future for Ghanaian table tennis on the global stage. As the WTT Contender Lagos 2025 progresses, all eyes will be on Commey and Marfo to see if they can continue rewriting the record books and bring glory home.

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Emmanuel Austin Baah

My name is Emmanuel Austin Baah, professionally known as “Okocha”. I am a seasoned Ghanaian journalist, broadcaster and football commentator from Senya Bereku in the Central Region. My work reflects a strong commitment to factual reporting, ethical journalism and the continuous promotion of Ghanaian sports.

I am currently pursuing my studies at Cape Coast Technical University, building on a solid foundation of media practice and communication. I previously served as a sports producer at Radio Gold (90.5) and Montie FM (100.1) in Accra, where I was actively involved in editorial planning, programme production, live commentary and in-depth sports analysis.

Presently, I am a Senior Writer at SportsNetGhana.com, a role in which I produce well-researched features, match reports, athlete profiles and analytical pieces. My work consistently highlights emerging talents, captures key sporting developments and contributes to shaping informed sports discourse in Ghana.

Over the course of my career, I have covered numerous major sporting events both locally and internationally. Among these, the highlight remains my coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, a significant milestone that strengthened my expertise in global football reporting and enhanced my understanding of international sports dynamics.

I am widely recognised for my clarity of analysis, engaging commentary style and strong command of both local and global football trends. Beyond the newsroom, I participate in community initiatives aimed at developing young sports journalists and promoting youth engagement in sports.

For professional engagements, media collaborations or enquiries, please contact me on 0265284330.

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