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Anahat Singh Wins World Junior Squash Championship in Delhi
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 17 Aug 2026, 05:32 PM
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Indian squash prodigy Anahat Singh captured the World Junior Squash Championship title in Delhi, earning national acclaim and a prestigious award.
Anahat Singh, the 17‑year‑old Indian squash star, clinched the World Junior Squash Championship title in a thrilling final held at the Indira Gandhi Arena on 12 September 2024. The match saw Singh defeat her opponent 3‑1, showcasing a blend of tactical precision and powerful strokes.
The championship, organised by the World Squash Federation, attracted top junior players from over 30 countries. Singh’s victory marks the first time an Indian has won the title since the tournament’s inception.
During the award ceremony, the Indian Squash Federation president presented Singh with a gold trophy and a commemorative medal. Singh expressed gratitude towards her coach and the federation for their support.
Her triumph is seen as a milestone for Indian squash, inspiring a new generation of players and highlighting the sport’s growing popularity in the country.
The championship, organised by the World Squash Federation, attracted top junior players from over 30 countries. Singh’s victory marks the first time an Indian has won the title since the tournament’s inception.
During the award ceremony, the Indian Squash Federation president presented Singh with a gold trophy and a commemorative medal. Singh expressed gratitude towards her coach and the federation for their support.
Her triumph is seen as a milestone for Indian squash, inspiring a new generation of players and highlighting the sport’s growing popularity in the country.