India’s teenage squash sensation Anahat Singh continued her remarkable rise on the world stage by successfully defending her title at the JSW Indian Open 2026 in Mumbai, defeating Egypt’s Hana Moataz 3-1 in the women’s final with scores of 11-5, 11-6, 9-11, 11-6. Her strong all-around game and poise under pressure underscored her growing maturity in high-stakes matches.
The 18-year-old has been one of India’s brightest prospects for several years, steadily climbing the Professional Squash Association (PSA) rankings. Earlier this season, she made history by becoming the youngest Asian player to break into the world’s top 20, a leap that came after she won her first PSA Bronze-level title at the Squash on Fire Open in Washington by beating a top-10 opponent.
Singh’s trajectory has drawn widespread attention, with veterans and sports leaders praising her talent and composure. She has also publicly set her sights on representing India and contending for medals at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, where squash will make its debut.
Her India Open victory reinforces her status as a leading figure in world squash and highlights India’s growing presence in the sport.
