Anahat Singh Advances in London Squash Classic with Impressive Victory

Anahat Singh, the 18-year-old squash sensation, has made headlines with her remarkable performance at the London Squash Classic, defeating Egypt's Mariam Metwally in just 11 minutes. This victory follows her historic win at the World Junior Squash Championships, where she became the first Indian woman to claim the title. As she prepares for her next match against Belgium's Nele Gill, Anahat's achievements continue to inspire. Additionally, she is set to represent India at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, further solidifying her status as a rising star in the sport.

By Narendra Chaudhary Sep 2, 2026, 19:20 IST

Anahat Singh's Dominant Performance

Indian squash prodigy Anahat Singh showcased her exceptional skills by defeating Egypt's Mariam Metwally in straight games during the Women's Round 1 of the London Squash Classic. The 18-year-old athlete completed the match in a mere 11 minutes, winning with scores of 11-3 and 11-2 on Tuesday.

From the outset, Anahat displayed complete control, swiftly taking the first game 11-3. In the second game, Metwally struggled to respond, allowing Anahat to secure the match with only two points conceded, finishing at 11-2.

With just five points given away throughout the match, Anahat's performance is noted as one of the quickest in the opening round. She aims to carry this momentum into the next stage of the PSA World Tour event, where she will compete against Belgium's Nele Gill.

Historic Achievement at World Junior Championships

Anahat's participation in the London Squash Classic follows her historic victory in July, where she became the first Indian woman to win the singles title at the World Junior Squash Championships held in Canada. She triumphed over Egypt's Ruqayya Salem with a 3-0 score in the final.

Throughout the championship, Anahat maintained dominance, losing only two games across six matches. She began her journey with a straight-games win against Australian qualifier Lilly Wilson, followed by victories over Hong Kong's Pui Yin Chloe Lo and Malaysia's Doyce Ye San Lee to reach the quarterfinals. In the quarterfinals, she defeated Egypt's Habiba Rizk 3-1 and then overcame another Egyptian player, Barb Sameh, with a similar score in the semifinals.

Inclusion in Asian Games Squad

Anahat Singh is also set to represent India in the squash team for the upcoming 2026 Asian Games, scheduled to take place in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from September 19 to October 4.