Anahat Singh Exits Silicon Valley Open After Semifinal Defeat

Anahat Singh's Journey at the Silicon Valley Open

In a recent match at the Silicon Valley Open squash tournament, India's young talent Anahat Singh faced a setback, losing 3-1 to Malaysia's Sivasangari Subramaniam. The match took place in Redwood City, and although Anahat started strong with an 11-5 win in the first game, Sivasangari quickly turned the tide, winning the next three games consecutively with scores of 11-6, 11-4, and 11-7. This defeat concluded Anahat's participation in the tournament. It's worth noting that Sivasangari had previously bested Anahat in the women's singles squash event at the Asian Games 2026 in Japan.

Sivasangari's Insights on the Match

Following her semifinal win, Sivasangari expressed admiration for Anahat's skills, labeling her a formidable competitor. She acknowledged Anahat's potential, stating that despite her youth, she ranks among the top players. Sivasangari mentioned that she initially struggled but managed to regain her focus and improve her accuracy, which was crucial in changing the match's outcome. "Anahat is incredibly talented and poses a significant challenge. I started off slowly but found my rhythm, and I'm pleased with how I concluded the match," she remarked, as reported by the PSA website.

Anahat Singh's Historic Achievement

Earlier in the tournament, Anahat made headlines by reaching the semifinals after a thrilling 3-2 victory over world No. 14 Salma Hany, with game scores of 4-11, 11-8, 4-11, 11-2, and 11-5. This achievement marked a significant milestone, as she became the first Indian woman squash player to reach the semifinals of a PSA Tour Gold-level event since 2019, making it her first semifinal appearance at this prestigious level.