Christine Knapp - A player with Parkinson's disease to compete at the World Masters Championships 2026

[ITTF Foundation 2026]

𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗞𝗻𝗮𝗽𝗽, from Klagenfurt, Austria, works in the fashion industry and is a proud mother of three and grandmother of one. She was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2021.

Next week, she is representing the ITTF Foundation to compete at the World Masters Championships 2026 in Gangneung, Korea!

And we want you to be part of her journey! Learn more and support Christine!

View this content on Instagram

View this content on Instagram

“Through table tennis, I’ve seen how different life can be. I want to show that even with Parkinson’s, it is possible to stay active and enjoy life.”

For Christine, table tennis means community, confidence, and proof that life with Parkinson’s can still be lived to the fullest.

Donate to be part of Christine's inspiring journey

 

[NextLevel]

Wishing her the best with her efforts.