India’s young squash star makes history
Anahat Singh Shines with Dual PSA Awards in 2025: At just 17, Anahat Singh has made the country proud by winning not one but two prestigious awards at the PSA Awards 2025. She was honoured as the Women’s Challenger Player of the Season and jointly as the Women’s Young Player of the Season alongside Amina Orfi from Egypt. These recognitions come after a dream season, where Anahat’s fierce performance put her at the centre of global squash.
A winning streak that turned heads
Throughout the 2024–25 squash season, Anahat played in 11 tournaments and managed to win 9 titles — a truly rare feat in international squash. Even more impressive, she maintained a 29-match unbeaten streak, dominating opponents across PSA Challenger levels, including 3k, 9k, 12k, and 15k tiers.
Key matches that made headlines
Her victory at the Indian Open (15k) was one of the most talked-about moments, especially because she defeated veteran Joshna Chinappa, one of India’s finest squash players. She also clinched titles at the HCL Squash Tour in Kolkata and the British Junior Open (U-17) held in January 2025. These wins weren’t just medals on paper — they marked her steady climb into senior-level dominance.
Breaking into the global scene
One of her major breakthroughs came during the Senior World Championship in Chicago, where she beat World No. 29 Marina Stefanoni from the USA in a thrilling five-game match. She eventually bowed out in the second round, losing to World No. 14 Fayrouz Aboelkheir of Egypt. But by then, the squash world had taken notice.
She also played a key role in the Asian Junior Team Championships held in Hong Kong, helping India secure a bronze medal — another feather in her already crowded cap.
Impact and future potential
Anahat’s current world ranking is No. 56, which officially makes her India’s highest-ranked female squash player. For a 17-year-old, this is no small feat. Her rise also boosts the overall visibility of squash in India, which is not yet a mainstream sport. With support and recognition, she could soon break into the world’s top 30 or even higher.
It’s worth noting that the Professional Squash Association (PSA), which organises global events and rankings, plays a key role in developing young talent like Anahat.
Static Usthadian Current Affairs Table
| Summary | Details |
| Awards | PSA Women’s Challenger Player & Young Player of 2025 |
| Major Wins | 9 out of 11 tournaments in 2024–25 |
| Important Victories | Indian Open, British Junior Open, HCL Squash Tour |
| World Ranking | World No. 56 |
| Historic Feat | 29-match unbeaten streak |
| International Debut | Senior World Championship 2025 – Chicago |
| Asian Event | Bronze at Asian Junior Team Championships |
| Shared Award | With Egypt’s Amina Orfi |
