I first approached Table Tennis England two years ago to seek permission to photograph at high level competitions. They were happy to give me a press pass but it turned out I’d just missed the once a year Nationals. Once the dates came out for the next year I discovered I was away on holiday! Anyway, finally yesterday I got my chance at the Mark Bates National Championships held at Nottingham University. Access was amazing, just a few metres from the players, but as always with indoor events lack of light was the main problem to overcome. I think I’ll get a few to work up though.