INTERNATIONAL SQUASH MAGAZINE

RAHMAT KHAN was coach to the man who would one day become squash’s ultimate record-breaking icon. His nous and expertise were pivotal in creating a unique chapter in the history of our sport – and a record that will never be broken.In 1979 Rahmat and Torsam Khan, the elder brother of a youthful Pakistani tyro called Jahangir, planned to buy...

The Hong Kong Football Club is set to make squash history by concurrently hosting the World Squash Federation (WSF) Men’s and Women’s World Team Squash Championships from 9th to 15th December 2014, marking the first time in the tournament's history. Egypt, the reigning champions in both categories, will defend their titles. This prestigious event will take place on the world-class...

The Professional Squash Association (PSA) has unveiled a comprehensive calendar of PSA World Tour events for the remainder of the 2023-24 squash season, featuring 22 high-profile events scheduled from January to June.Kicking off the year is the inaugural SmartCentres Kinetic Florida Squash Open, which is already underway and set to conclude on 14th January. Following closely is the prestigious J.P....

The 2024 British Junior Open Squash Championships witnessed a stunning display of dominance from the Egyptian contingent during the finals at the University of Birmingham. Mohamed Zakaria and Fayrouz Aboelkheir claimed the coveted Under-19 titles, contributing to Egypt's clean sweep across all age groups, where ten champions hailed from Egypt. Notably, six finals were all-Egyptian affairs, to further demonstrate the...

In 2023, the Professional Squash Association (PSA) witnessed a watershed moment, marking a historic stride for the sport. Squash earned its spot in the LA28 Olympic Games, a monumental achievement, while also securing a game-changing investment from Squash SM&E Holdings, led by sports mogul Mark Walter.The amalgamation of Men's World Squash Tour and the Women's World Squash Tour under the...

Egypt secured their third consecutive WSF Men’s World Team Squash Championship victory over England at the Mercury Baypark Arena in Tauranga, New Zealand. The victory, spearheaded by Mostafa Asal and the reigning World No.1 Ali Farag, marked Egypt's third successive triumph over England and sixth title overall.Amid doubts about the fitness of Mostafa Asal prior to his match against England...

International Squash Magazine was first published in 2004 and distributed quarterly to over 30,000 squash fans, enthusiasts, players, consumers, federations, clubs and media outlets, as well as being available for purchase online at www.unsquashable.comInternational Squash Magazine provides an invaluable and sought after quarterly review of the world of squash with content presented in a modern, pictorial-led format, comprising tournament previews...

Paul Coll of New Zealand and Nele Gilis of Belgium won the men’s and women’s titles at the 2023 New Zealand Open Squash Championships with straight-game wins in their respective finals at the Mercury Baypark Arena in Tauranga. Paul Coll avenged his loss in last year's final by defeating England’s Marwan ElShorbagy 11-6 11-6 11-6, while Nele Gilis overcame her...

The culmination of the final Professional Squash Association (PSA) World Tour Platinum event of 2023 occurred at the Cultural Plaza, marking the thrilling conclusion of the TTI Milwaukee Hong Kong Squash Open. Paul Coll secured back-to-back Platinum titles and Hania El Hammamy successfully defended her crown. Their respective victories not only closed the year on a high note but also...

Aly Abou Eleinen and Sivasangari Subramaniam emerged as triumphant champions at the Hong Kong Football Club Squash Open with impressive victories over Eain Yow Ng and Amina Orfi respectively.Egypt’s Aly Abou Eleinen secured his inaugural PSA World Tour title with an exceptional performance to defeat men’s No.3 seed Eain Yow Ng 11-6 5-11 11-7 11-7.The World No.19 swiftly established control...

World No.1 Ali Farag of Egypt and Belgium’s Nele Gilis emerged victorious on finals day at the VITAGEN Singapore Squash Open 2023. Nele Gilis claimed a hard-fought 82 minute victory over her sister Tinne in a gruelling five-game battle, while Ali Farag defeated World No.2 Diego Elias of Peru for the third time of the 2023-24 squash season to win...

For the full story of how Iker Pajares Bernabeu won his 11th Professional Squash Association (PSA) World Tour title at the 2023 Open International Niort Venise Verte in France, visit: #worldtourhighlightsProfessional Squash Association (PSA) Open International Niort Venise Verte 2023, Squash du Marais, Niort, FranceFinal:[1] Iker Pajares Bernabeu (ESP) bt [2] Rory Stewart (SCO) 11-6, 11-5, 11-5 (47m)Semi-Finals:[1] Iker Pajares...

Mostafa Asal has climbed to World No.3 in the latest Men’s World Rankings issued by the Professional Squash Association (PSA).The rise of two ranking places, follows his impressive run to the final of the 2023 Ace Malaysia Squash Cup last week. The former World No.1, participated in his second event of the season and, though he gave his all, ultimately...

Japan No.1 Satomi Watanabe and Egypt's young prodigy Amina Orfi have both ascended to career-high rankings in the latest Women’s World Rankings issued by the Professional Squash Association (PSA).Amina Orfi, a remarkable 16-year-old talent, made it to the quarter-finals of the 2023 Ace Malaysia Squash Cup last week, where she faced a tough opponent in Nour El Tayeb. Her impressive...

Karim Abdel Gawad and Nour El Tayeb emerged victorious at the 2023 Ace Malaysia Squash Cup staged at the S2 Sports Complex in Seremban.Former World Champion and World No.1 Karim Abdel Gawad secured his 27th PSA Word Tour title, and the second of the 2023-24 season, as he produced a mesmerising performance to defeat the men's top seed, Mostafa Asal...

Renowned for his extraordinary skills and tactical brilliance, Jonah Barrington is a squash legend and pioneer in the sport. Jonah Barrington dominated the squash scene during an illustrious career which spanned from the 1960s to the early 1980s.In conjunction with www.psaworldtour.com, the six-time British Open Champion shares his insights and dissects the latest discussions within the squash community. Serving as...

Nour El Sherbini defeated Hania El Hammamy 11-6 11-7 11-9 to successfully defend her title, whilst Karim Abdel Gawad overcame Joel Makin 11-6 9-11 11-8 11-6 to win his maiden Grasshopper Cup title at the Halle 622 in Zürich, Switzerland.Former World No.1 and World Champion Karim Abdel Gawad of Egypt secured his second PSA World Tour title of 2023 with...

In a historic turn of events, the sport of squash has joined the Olympic Games family. The 16th October 2023 will go down as a pivotal date in squash history, marking not only an occasion of global recognition for the sport but also presenting a opportunity for the sport's resurgence. The memories of the 2005 IOC meeting in Singapore, where...