Women’s Semifinalists Set for CCB Europe Top 16 Cup Showdown

Jordan Hartwell

Published: February 9, 2026 8:56 AM ET

The semifinalists for the 2026 CCB Europe Top 16 Cup are determined, setting the stage for an exciting showdown. The matches will take place in Montreux, as four of Europe’s top female players vie for advancement to the finals.

Women’s Semifinalists Set for CCB Europe Top 16 Cup Showdown

Semifinal Matchups

Jia Nan YUAN vs. Bernadette SZOCS
Ying HAN vs. Sabine WINTER

The tournament has showcased intense matches, with standout performances from the players. Here’s a recap of the quarterfinal results leading to the semifinals:

Quarterfinal Results

Jia Nan YUAN defeated Sofia POLCANOVA 3-0 (19-17, 11-4, 11-4).
Sabine WINTER overcame Maria XIAO 3-1 (12-14, 11-6, 11-4, 11-9).
Ying HAN triumphed over Fu YU 3-2 (8-11, 11-6, 8-11, 11-5, 4-11).
Bernadette SZOCS won against Charlotte LUTZ 3-1 (11-7, 4-11, 11-8, 11-5).

Key Player Insights

For Jia Nan YUAN, the 2024 CCB Europe Top 16 Cup winner, defeating Sofia POLCANOVA was crucial. “I felt much more relaxed after winning the first game,” YUAN stated, highlighting her focused play in the early stages.

Sabine WINTER expressed a mix of relief and challenge after her match. “I didn’t expect Maria to be this strong today. She made no easy mistakes,” WINTER noted, emphasizing her satisfaction at reaching the semifinals again.

Reigning champion Ying HAN faced significant pressure from Fu YU. “I stayed patient, and I’m happy to be back in the semifinals,” HAN commented, looking ahead to her next match against WINTER.

Bernadette SZOCS marked her return to the semifinals after a two-year hiatus. “It was a very difficult match,” SZOCS remarked, reflecting on her tactical adjustments against Charlotte LUTZ. She has an impressive track record against YUAN in their upcoming match.

Significance of the Event

The CCB Europe Top 16 Cup doubles as a qualifying event for the prestigious ITTF Singles World Cup. The four semifinalists secure their spots for this global tournament, making every match pivotal.

Globally, fans can catch all the action live on ETTU.tv and the ETTU official YouTube channel, except in regions with specific broadcast restrictions. The anticipation builds for what promises to be a thrilling semifinal day.