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Anahat Singh: India's First World Junior Squash Champion!
26 Jul
Summary
- Anahat Singh secured India's first-ever World Junior Squash Championship title.
- She defeated Egypt's Ruqayya Salem in the final match on Saturday.
- This victory fulfilled Singh's long-standing ambition after previous near misses.
Anahat Singh has etched her name in history by becoming India's first World Junior Squash Champion. The 18-year-old achieved this significant milestone on Saturday, defeating Ruqayya Salem of Egypt in the final of the 2026 World Squash Junior Championships. Singh, the tournament's top seed, secured the title with a convincing 11-3, 11-7, 11-9 victory.
This triumph represents the culmination of a long-held ambition for Singh, who had previously experienced disappointment in this prestigious junior event. Despite her growing success on the professional tour, the world junior title remained elusive until her final opportunity as a junior player. Her previous best performances in the championship were bronze medals, achieved after losing in the semi-finals.
In the final match, Singh displayed remarkable composure and dominance. After a strong start, she secured the first two games with a comfortable lead. Although Salem mounted a challenge in the third game, Singh regrouped to close out the match and claim the coveted title. This historic win positions Singh as a trailblazer for future Indian squash talent.
