The first stage of the national table tennis tournament, "Cup of Hopes," has begun in Mogilev at the Olimpiets Sports Complex. One hundred boys and 78 girls from across Belarus, aged 13 and under, will compete for the title of best. The tournament is held in two stages; competitions of this level provide young athletes with the opportunity to objectively assess their abilities and determine who will represent Belarus on the international stage. All participants will receive prizes from the Presidential Sports Club and the Table Tennis Federation. The second stage of the tournament will be held in the fall.