Miguel Rodriguez Reaches 2026 Canadian Open Quarter-Finals

UNSQUASHABLE player Miguel Rodriguez produced a series of spirited performances before his campaign at the 2026 PSA AirSprint Private Aviation Canadian Squash Open concluded in the quarter-finals at the Bow Valley Athletic Club in Calgary from the 2nd to 6th March.

Seeded fifth for the tournament, the experienced Colombian once again demonstrated the creativity, athleticism and tactical intelligence that have defined his long-standing presence on the Professional Squash Association circuit.

Miguel began his campaign with a composed four-game victory over England’s Sam Osborne-Wylde in the second round. The Colombian secured an 11-8 9-11 11-4 11-7 triumph in 64 minutes, navigating a competitive encounter through intelligent shot selection and proactive movement around the court. After edging a tight opening game, Miguel briefly saw his opponent level the contest before raising both the tempo and precision of his hitting in the third. From that point forward he controlled the central areas of the court more effectively, forcing errors and converting opportunities at the front to close out the match with authority.

His progress set up a quarter-final meeting with France’s second seed Victor Crouin, a contest that promised a fascinating contrast in styles. Despite Miguel’s efforts to disrupt the rhythm of the higher-ranked Frenchman with inventive shot-making and quick changes of pace, Crouin produced a disciplined performance to claim an 11-8 11-5 11-8 victory in 51 minutes.

The opening game was closely contested, with Miguel seeking to impose his trademark attacking flair and early ball striking. However, Crouin’s consistent length and positional control gradually allowed him to dictate rallies and edge the advantage. The Frenchman carried that momentum into the second game, increasing the pressure with accurate hitting to the back corners and limiting Miguel’s opportunities to attack.

To his credit, the Colombian responded with renewed urgency in the third, stepping forward to intercept the ball earlier and varying his angles to stretch his opponent across the court. For a period the contest tightened, but Crouin maintained his composure during the closing exchanges to seal victory and advance to the semi-finals.

Although his run in Calgary ended at the quarter-final stage, Miguel once again reinforced his reputation as one of the most inventive and entertaining players on the professional circuit. His performances throughout the week showcased the experience and attacking instinct that continue to make the UNSQUASHABLE player a formidable presence on the PSA World Squash Tour.

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2026 PSA AirSprint Private Aviation Canadian Squash Open, Bow Valley Athletic Club, Calgary, Canada
Final:
[2] Victor Crouin (FRA) bt [7] Yahya Elnawasany (EGY) 11-3, 11-6, 11-1 (46m)

Semi-Finals:
[7] Yahya Elnawasany (EGY) bt [3] Leonel Cardenas (MEX) 8-11, 11-6, 11-6, 11-4 (86m)
[2] Victor Crouin (FRA) bt [6] Juan Vargas (COL) 11-6, 11-7, 11-3 (39m)

UNSQUASHABLE player Miguel Rodriguez saw his campaign at the 2026 PSA AirSprint Private Aviation Canadian Squash Open conclude at the quarter-final stage after a composed display from France’s second seed Victor Crouin at the Bow Valley Athletic Club in Calgary.

Crouin secured an 11-8 11-5 11-8 victory in 51 minutes, controlling key phases of the encounter against the experienced Colombian, whose trademark creativity and attacking instincts ensured the contest remained competitive throughout.

The opening game developed into a tight tactical battle, with Miguel looking to disrupt the Frenchman’s rhythm through quick changes of pace and inventive use of the front court. Crouin, however, responded with disciplined length and intelligent court positioning, gradually establishing control of the rallies before edging ahead 11-8.

Momentum continued to favour the Frenchman in the second. Crouin increased the pressure with accurate hitting to the back corners, forcing Miguel into deeper defensive positions and limiting opportunities for the Colombian to impose his usual attacking flair. The No.2 seed capitalised on a series of loose returns to take the game 11-5 and move within a single game of the semi-finals.

To his credit, Miguel responded strongly in the third. The UNSQUASHABLE player raised the tempo and began to inject greater variation into the rallies, stepping forward to intercept the ball early and create scoring chances at the front of the court. For a period the Colombian looked capable of extending the contest, pushing the scoreline close before Crouin’s composure in the closing exchanges ultimately proved decisive as he closed out the match 11-8.

Although denied a place in the last four, Miguel can reflect on another competitive showing on the PSA World Squash Tour. The Colombian’s blend of experience, athleticism and attacking ingenuity once again made him a dangerous opponent, and his run to the quarter-finals in Calgary underlines his continued ability to challenge among the sport’s elite.

Quarter-Finals:
[7] Yahya Elnawasany (EGY) bt [1] Marwan ElShorbagy (ENG) 6-11, 7-11, 11-7, 11-7, 11-5 (58m)
[3] Leonel Cardenas (MEX) bt [9/16] Adrian Waller (ENG) 11-6, 11-7, 11-6 (37m)
[6] Juan Vargas (COL) bt [4] Greg Lobban (SCO) 11-9, 11-1, 12-10 (44m)
[2] Victor Crouin (FRA) bt [5] Miguel Rodriguez (COL) 11-8, 11-5, 11-8 (51m)

UNSQUASHABLE player Miguel Rodriguez progressed safely into the quarter-finals of the 2026 PSA AirSprint Private Aviation Canadian Squash Open after overcoming England’s Sam Osborne-Wylde in a competitive four-game second-round encounter at the Bow Valley Athletic Club in Calgary.

The fifth-seeded Colombian secured an 11-8 9-11 11-4 11-7 victory in 64 minutes, producing a measured and tactically intelligent performance to blunt the challenge of the dangerous Englishman.

Miguel made a purposeful start, asserting himself through sharp movement and proactive use of the front court. By taking the ball early and varying his angles, he prevented Osborne-Wylde from settling into rhythm, edging a tight opening game 11-8. The Englishman responded impressively in the second, tightening his length and extending rallies to disrupt Rodríguez’s attacking flow. A handful of well-constructed points at the business end allowed Osborne-Wylde to level the match at one game apiece.

The turning point came in the third. Drawing on his experience, Miguel raised both the tempo and the accuracy of his hitting. His control of the middle of the court improved markedly, and his trademark creativity began to surface, forcing errors from his opponent and establishing a commanding 11-4 advantage.

With momentum secured, Miguel managed the fourth game with composure. Although Osborne-Wylde continued to press and look for openings, the Colombian’s intelligent shot selection and physical sharpness ensured he remained in control. A series of precise finishes in the front corners helped close out the contest 11-7 and seal his place in the next round.

The performance underlined Miguel’s enduring quality on the PSA World Squash Tour. His ability to absorb pressure, adjust tactically and accelerate at decisive moments once again proved the difference. As the tournament unfolds in Calgary, the Colombian appears well positioned to mount a serious challenge deep into the draw.

Fellow UNSQUASHABLE player Iván Pérez produced a battling display before bowing out in the second round of the 2026 PSA AirSprint Private Aviation Canadian Squash Open, edged out by Egypt’s seventh seed Yahya Elnawasany in a demanding 90-minute contest at the Bow Valley Athletic Club in Calgary.

Elnawasany ultimately secured an 11-9 14-12 9-11 11-5 victory, but the Spaniard pushed the higher seed throughout an encounter that swung repeatedly on fine margins.

The opening game set the tone for a fiercely competitive battle. Iván matched his opponent’s pace from the outset, controlling the middle of the court and using intelligent changes of height to disrupt the Egyptian’s attacking rhythm. At 9-9, the margins were razor-thin, yet Elnawasany capitalised on two critical opportunities to edge ahead.

The second game proved even more dramatic. Iván displayed impressive composure under pressure, extending rallies and forcing his opponent deep into the back corners. Saving game balls and creating opportunities of his own, the Spaniard remained within touching distance before narrowly conceding a tense tie-break 14-12 - a pivotal moment in the match.

Refusing to fade, Iván responded with authority in the third. Increasing the accuracy of his length and stepping forward decisively onto loose returns, he claimed the game 11-9 to reduce the deficit and reassert belief. His resilience and physical commitment were evident as rallies lengthened and both players tested each other’s endurance.

However, the physical toll of the extended exchanges began to tell in the fourth. Elnawasany raised his intensity, striking earlier and dictating the tempo more consistently. Despite Iván’s continued efforts to vary pace and angle, the Egyptian maintained control in the closing stages to seal the match 11-5.

Although eliminated, Iván can take significant encouragement from a performance that showcased his competitive maturity and capacity to challenge seeded opposition over long, attritional contests. Pushing a top-eight seed for 90 minutes underlines his growing presence on the PSA World Squash Tour and reinforces his reputation as a determined and tactically astute competitor capable of troubling the very best.

2nd Round:
[1] Marwan ElShorbagy (ENG) bt [9/16] Nathan Lake (ENG) 2-11, 11-6, 11-8, 11-7 (46m)
[7] Yahya Elnawasany (EGY) bt Iván Pérez (ESP) 11-9, 14-12, 9-11, 11-5 (90m)
[9/16] Adrian Waller (ENG) bt [8] Raphael Kandra (GER) 11-9, 5-11, 11-4, 11-4 (38m)
[3] Leonel Cardenas (MEX) bt [9/16] Toufik Mekhalfi (FRA) 11-6, 11-8, 11-5 (45m)
[4] Greg Lobban (SCO) bt [9/16] Simon Herbert (ENG) 9-11, 12-10, 11-5, 11-4 (53m)
[6] Juan Vargas (COL) bt [9/16] Mohamed ElSherbini (EGY) 11-7, 11-6, 11-8 (46m)
[5] Miguel Rodriguez (COL) bt Sam Osborne-Wylde (ENG) 11-8, 9-11, 11-4, 11-7 (64m)
[2] Victor Crouin (FRA) bt [9/16] Nick Wall (ENG) 11-5, 9-11, 11-7, 14-12 (62m)

Iván Pérez will join fellow UNSQUASHABLE player Miguel Rodriguez in the 2nd round of the 2026 PSA AirSprint Private Aviation Canadian Squash Open after the young Spaniard produced a composed and resilient display to overcome Scotland’s Rory Stewart in four hard-fought games at the Bow Valley Athletic Club in Calgary.

The Spaniard secured an 11-7 4-11 11-4 12-10 victory in 64 minutes, navigating significant momentum swings before sealing the win with assured shot-making in the closing stages.

Iván began confidently, establishing control through accurate length and intelligent use of the front court. By taking the ball early and denying Stewart time on the T, he dictated much of the first game, closing it out 11-7 with measured authority.

The second game saw a sharp response from the Scot, who increased the tempo and forced Iván onto the back foot. Stewart’s tighter lines and improved depth disrupted the Spaniard’s rhythm, and the match was levelled after a convincing 11-4 scoreline.

However, Iván responded impressively. Refusing to be drawn into rushed exchanges, he reasserted control in the third by varying height and pace to stretch his opponent across all four corners. His patience in constructing rallies paid dividends as errors crept into Stewart’s game, allowing the UNSQUASHABLE player to regain the lead at 11-4.

The fourth game proved the decisive passage. Both players engaged in extended rallies, with Stewart attempting to force a decider through sustained pressure into the back corners. Iván, though, demonstrated notable composure under strain. Saving game balls at 10-10, he trusted his attacking instincts at key moments, stepping forward to finish rallies with precision and closing out the match 12-10.

The victory highlights Iván’s growing maturity on the PSA World Squash Tour. His ability to absorb momentum shifts and deliver under pressure reflects increasing confidence against seeded opposition. In Calgary, he not only advanced in the draw but reinforced his reputation as a disciplined and tactically astute competitor capable of managing high-intensity encounters deep into the final stages.

1st Round:
[1] Marwan ElShorbagy (ENG) bye
[9/16] Nathan Lake (ENG) bt David Bernet (SUI) 11-9, 11-8, 11-7 (52m)
Iván Pérez (ESP) bt [9/16] Rory Stewart (SCO) 11-7, 4-11, 11-4, 12-10 (64m)
[7] Yahya Elnawasany (EGY) bye
[8] Raphael Kandra (GER) bye
[9/16] Adrian Waller (ENG) bt Tom Walsh (ENG) 11-6, 11-4, 11-7 (34m)
[9/16] Toufik Mekhalfi (FRA) bt [WC] Connor Turk (CAN) 11-8, 11-8, 6-11, 11-3 (47m)
[3] Leonel Cardenas (MEX) bye
[4] Greg Lobban (SCO) bye
[9/16] Simon Herbert (ENG) bt [WC] David Baillargeon (CAN) 7-11, 12-10, 11-8, 10-12, 11-6 (77m)
[9/16] Mohamed ElSherbini (EGY) bt Salman Khalil (EGY) 4-11, 11-7, 11-9, 9-11, 11-9 (64m)
[6] Juan Vargas (COL) bye
[5] Miguel Rodriguez (COL) bye
Sam Osborne-Wylde (ENG) bt [9/16] Balazs Farkas (HUN) 11-5, 11-7, 8-11, 7-11, 11-4 (67m)
[9/16] Nick Wall (ENG) bt Leandro Romiglio (ARG) 11-8, 11-9, 8-11, 11-4 (54m)
[2] Victor Crouin (FRA) bye

The 2026 PSA AirSprint Private Aviation Canadian Men’s Squash Open will be staged at the Bow Valley Athletic Club in Calgary from the 2nd to 6th March.

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UNSQUASHABLE will be represented at the 2026 PSA AirSprint Private Aviation Canadian Men’s Squash Open by Miguel Rodriguez and Iván Pérez