Anahat Singh, the 16-year-old women’s National champion, continued her strong performance at the World Junior Squash Championships in Houston. Seeded 5/8, she cruised past South African Dene Van Zyl in the second round, winning 11-3, 11-2, 11-6. Singh received a bye in the first round, giving her a solid start to the tournament. She will now face Samantha Jaffe (17/32) of the US in the third round.
Meanwhile, another Indian player, Tiana Parasrampuria (17/32), also advanced to the third round. She displayed impressive resilience to overcome Emma Merson (NZ) 14-12, 11-5, 11-5. The success of both Singh and Parasrampuria is a positive sign for India in the championships.
The Indian boys also showcased their talent, with five players securing first-round victories. These wins highlight the growing strength of Indian squash at the junior level. With Singh and Parasrampuria moving forward, India has a strong chance of achieving success in the tournament. The performance of these young players is an encouraging sign for the future of Indian squash.
