Tom Jarvis Honored for Fair Play at World Championships Plus His Pro Special Paddle Featuring Revolutionary Stiga Cybershape CWT Blade

At Paddle Palace, we celebrate not only the skills and victories of top players like Tom Jarvis, but also the sportsmanship that defines true champions. Tom recently received the prestigious Richard Bergmann Fair Play Award at the ITTF World Championships in Doha, recognized for his integrity during a challenging match against world No. 5 Liang Jingkun.

Fair Play on the World Stage

Despite fierce competition and tough conditions, Tom showed remarkable fairness by granting lets when his opponent requested, believing the ball was wet during serves. This act of sportsmanship embodies the spirit of table tennis and earned him this distinguished award from the Swaythling Club International — a community of former international players committed to friendship and respect in our sport.

Tom reflects on the moment:

“It was a tough match against Liang with some really hot conditions and I think the fairness in that match was recognised. Fair play is a big part of the sport and I’m very happy to be recognised by the SCI.”

Introducing the Tom Jarvis Pro Special — Built for Champions

We’re proud to feature Tom’s very own Champion Pro Special Paddle, designed around the latest technology and equipment Tom trusts at the highest level.

The Blade — Stiga Cybershape Carbon CWT (Flared Handle)

This blade breaks new ground as the world’s first carbon blade with Custom Weight Technology (CWT), allowing you to adjust the blade’s balance and weight with small magnetic weights (3g, 6g, 9g) attached inside the handle.

Why does this matter? Because controlling blade mass changes kinetic energy and power generation during your stroke. Add weight for more power, or dial it back for speed and control — perfect for fine-tuning before a match or evolving your game without buying a new blade.

Key features include:

• 11% larger hitting area optimized for the shakehand grip — giving you a bigger sweet spot to control serves and returns better.
• Closer hitting area to the table — up to 6.5cm closer than traditional round blades, improving reaction time and accuracy.
• Balanced design that reduces bottom weight by 2% to avoid blade imbalance.

The Rubbers — Stiga DNA Platinum XH (Red & Black, Max Sponge)

Tom’s paddle comes equipped with premium German-engineered Stiga DNA Platinum rubbers that deliver outstanding grip and explosive speed thanks to a thin top sheet and short pimples.

The Power Sponge Cell (PSC) technology provides:

• Longer ball trajectories with aggressive looping arcs.
• A crisp, sharp sound on contact for that satisfying feedback.
• Extra-hard sponge designed for players craving maximum speed and power.

Ready to Play Like Tom Jarvis?

Whether you’re training, competing, or just pushing your limits, the Tom Jarvis GBR Champion Pro Special paddle is built to help you play with precision, power, and style. It’s everything Tom relies on — now available for you.

Check it out here: Tom Jarvis GBR Champion Pro Special Paddle

At Paddle Palace, we’re inspired by players like Tom who embody both top-tier skill and true sportsmanship. Gear up with his pro paddle and honor the game with every point you play.