Over the past week, several notable events have unfolded in the world of squash:
European Individual Squash Championships in Budapest
The European Individual Squash Championships commenced on August 19, 2026, in Budapest, Hungary. This four-day event features 120 players from 27 countries competing for European titles. The competition is being held at the City Squash Club and the Millenáris Glass Hall, with matches running daily from 10:00 to 21:00. Admission is free for all attendees. (squash.hu)
Ruan Botha’s Upset at South African Junior Nationals
In South Africa, the Growthpoint South African Junior Nationals squash championships began on August 14, 2026, in Cape Town. On the opening day, seventh-seeded Ruan Botha of Eden caused a significant upset by defeating second-seeded Logan Kidson of Northerns with a 3-0 victory in the boys’ U17 division. (ewn.co.za)
Anahat Singh’s Historic Achievement
Indian squash player Anahat Singh made history by becoming the first Indian to win the World Junior Squash Championship. She secured the women’s singles title by defeating Egypt’s Ruqayya Salem in the final held in Ontario, Canada. Following her victory, Anahat expressed her focus on the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, scheduled from September 19 to October 4, 2026. (sports.ndtv.com)
Upcoming 2nd Chief of Army Staff International Squash Tournament
Looking ahead, the 2nd Chief of Army Staff (CAS) International Squash Tournament is set to take place from August 24 to 28, 2026, at the Army Squash Complex in Dhaka Cantonment, Bangladesh. Professional squash players from 11 countries, including Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, Singapore, Iran, Kuwait, Bahrain, Egypt, Japan, and Germany, are expected to participate in this prestigious five-day event. (bdsquash.org)
Highlights:
- Sin Domínguez ni Pajares, turno para las caras nuevas: “Es una faena”, Published on Wednesday, August 19
