Table Tennis Star Bly Twomey Shortlisted for Prestigious Young Sportswoman Award
Bly Twomey, the double Paralympic medalist, has been nominated for the prestigious Sunday Times Young Sportswoman of the Year award. The 14-year-old table tennis phenom’s remarkable performance at the Paris Paralympics this summer has earned her a spot on the shortlist, and the support of the table tennis community could help her clinch the title.
Twomey’s Paralympic accomplishments were nothing short of sensational. She won bronze medals in both the Women’s Class 7 singles and Women’s Class 14 doubles events, the latter alongside her doubles partner, Fliss Pickard. This accolade recognizes the most promising young sportswoman in the country, with the award being given to athletes aged 21 and under.
“This nomination is a testament to Twomey’s exceptional talent and dedication to the sport of table tennis. As she continues to inspire the next generation of players, the table tennis community’s support could propel her to victory in this prestigious competition.”
The Young Sportswoman of the Year award shortlist is a who’s who of rising stars, with Twomey facing stiff competition from the likes of:
- Olympic bronze medalists Sky Brown (skateboarding) and Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix (diving)
- Multiple cycling junior world champion Cat Ferguson
- Olympic 800m athlete Phoebe Gill
- Junior US Open tennis champion Mika Stojsavljevic
The winner will be determined by a combination of votes from an expert judging panel and members of the public. Table tennis enthusiasts can show their support for Bly Twomey by casting their vote on the award’s official website.
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