Anahat Singh — World Junior Squash Champion

Anahat Singh, aged 18, became the first Indian woman to win the World Junior Squash Championships women's singles title.

Key Facts

  • Year: 2026
  • Venue: Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada
  • Defeated: Ruqayya Salem of Egypt
  • Score: 3–0
  • India previously had Joshna Chinappa's runner-up finish in 2005.
  • Men's champion: Mohamad Zakaria of Egypt.

UPSC Focus: Sports | International championships | Indian achievements