Anahat Singh and Abhay Singh Advance to Indian Open Squash Finals

Synopsis

In a thrilling display at the Indian Open squash tournament, Anahat Singh and Abhay Singh advanced to the finals held at Bombay Gymkhana. Both showcased remarkable skills in their semifinals, marking a significant achievement in India's first PSA Squash Copper event.

Key Takeaways

Anahat Singh and Abhay Singh reached the finals.
Both players excelled in their respective semifinals.
The tournament featured India’s first PSA Squash Copper event.
Outdoor glass courts offered a unique experience for fans.
Anahat utilized strategic plays to secure her victory.

Mumbai, March 27 (NationPress) India's leading squash talents, Anahat Singh and Abhay Singh, delivered impressive performances during the semifinals of the Indian Open squash tournament, securing their places in the finals at the Bombay Gymkhana on Thursday.

This tournament marks India's inaugural PSA Squash Copper event, featuring semifinals held on an outdoor glass court that provided spectators with a unique viewing experience.

The rising star of Indian squash, Anahat Singh, faced off against seasoned player Joshna Chinappa in the opening semifinal. The match was as competitive as anticipated.

Anahat started strong, clinching the first set effortlessly, but Chinappa, at 38 years old, displayed her experience to level the match at 1-1. However, Anahat, who benefits from JSW support, shifted gears and utilized the court angles effectively, winning the next two sets to finish the match in 32 minutes. The final score was 3-1 (11-7, 5-11, 11-6, 11-6), earning her a spot in the final.

In the second semifinal, Abhay Singh faced a tough challenge against Egyptian Karim El Hammamy.

Abhay began with a surge of rapid points, securing the first two sets with relative ease. However, Karim claimed the next set in a heated battle. Despite this, Abhay regained control and powered through the fourth set to win in 55 minutes. The match concluded with a score of 3-1 (11-4, 11-6, 6-11, 11-6).

Earlier on Wednesday, Anahat Singh, Joshna Chinappa, and Abhay Singh lit up the evening at Bombay Gymkhana, earning their spots in the semifinals.

Anahat Singh triumphed over Egyptian Nadien Elhammamy with a score of 3-2, while Joshna Chinappa bested top seed Akanksha Salunkhe with a 3-2 victory (12-10, 13-11, 9-11, 9-11, 11-5). In the men's quarterfinals, Abhay Singh defeated Malaysian Ameeshenraj Chandaran, advancing to the semifinals with a convincing 3-0 win (11-5, 11-8, 11-7) in just 34 minutes.