# Olympic Ping-Pong Tables These Tables Have a Design That Makes Them Perfect for the World Stage By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-08-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olympic-pingpong References: [spoon-tamago](http://www.spoon-tamago.com/2016/08/21/rio-2016-olympic-infinity-ping-pong-tables/) This Olympic ping-pong table was designed by the Japanese manufacturer 'San-El Corporation' and has a color that changes depending on the light directed onto it. The tables are [sleek and sophisticated](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monumental-table) with an ergonomic design that is certainly different from standard ping-pong tables that non-athletes tend to use. With [thick wooden legs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tangent-table) and a [surface color](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/never-stop-moving) that is not often seen in others of its kind, the tables are simultaneously attractive and sturdier than most. While competitive ping-pong is not as revered as other sports such as swimming and gymnastics, the tables make nice visuals for television nonetheless. These Olympic ping-pong tables work to optimizing the player's abilities while providing a sturdy and stylish backdrop during the Olympic games. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Ergonomic Ping-pong Tables:** Ping-pong tables designed for optimum usability and comfort, allowing players to perform better during competitions. - **Smart Ping-pong Tables:** Ping-pong tables equipped with sensors and artificial intelligence technology to track player performance and provide real-time analysis. - **Interactive Ping-pong Tables:** Ping-pong tables integrated with virtual reality and augmented reality features to create an immersive gaming experience. ### Where This Applies - **Sporting Goods:** Opportunity for sporting goods manufacturers to innovate new designs that enhance player performance and provide a unique visual spectacle for major sports events. - **Technology:** Opportunity for tech companies to develop smart tables that track player performance and provide real-time analysis for a more engaging spectator experience. - **Entertainment:** Opportunity for entertainment companies to create interactive ping-pong tables that incorporate virtual reality and augmented reality for a more engaging gaming experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artful Table Tennis Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nedj-ping-pong-tables.md) - [Luxury Transparent Game Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/effetto-71-ping-pong-table.md) - [Fashion-Branded Ping Pong Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kith-for-wilson-ping-pong-table.md) - [Posh Pastel-Hued Game Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casablanca-ping-pong-table.md) - [Reflective Ping-Pong Parlour Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/match-point-installation.md) - [Contemporary Elegant Table Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-table-designs.md) - [Modern Customizable Table Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-table-design.md) - [Colorful Contemporary Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/runda-tables.md) - [Shimmering Oceanic Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-table.md)