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Al-Ahram Weekly
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Squash: Egypt's El-Sherbini equals record, Asal claims maiden PSA World Championship title - Omni sports
Nour El-Sherbini captured her record-equalling eighth PSA World Championship crown, and Mostafa Asal secured his first, with the duo clinching straight-set victories in all-Egyptian finals at the 2024/2025 edition in Chicago on Sunday. El-Sherbini, 29, overcame Hania El-Hammamy 11-5, 11-9, 11-4, and 11-7 in a 61-minute contest to draw level with Malaysian icon Nicol David's all-time record of eight world titles. It was her 10th consecutive appearance in the final and her fourth championship triumph in the Windy City. 'I never imagined I'd get to eight,' El-Sherbini said. 'I've had a tough season, but I really wanted this one. It means everything.' she added. On the men's side, Asal produced a clinical 11-7, 11-8, and 11-3 win over four-time champion Ali Farag, completing a flawless tournament without dropping a single game. The 23-year-old holds the PSA World title and the British Open crown, retaining the World No.1 spot. 'To win this title, and stay No.1, is incredible,' Asal said. 'There were a lot of mental challenges this week. I'm grateful to my team, especially to James Willstrop, who helped me stay focused,' he said. Both finals showcased Egypt's continued supremacy in the sport. Egyptian players account for all finalists at squash's most prestigious tournament, which carries a total prize fund of $1.31 million. Asal, who had lost to Peru's Diego Elias in last year's final, exacted redemption against Farag — his sixth final meeting with the experienced World No.2 — extending his head-to-head advantage to 5-1. Meanwhile, El-Hammamy was appearing in her first World Championship final. 'She's young and talented, but today I had the edge of experience,' El-Sherbini said. The PSA World Tour will now shift to Egypt for the Palm Hills Open from 22 to 27 May. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Al-Ahram Weekly
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Squash: Egypt's El-Sherbini equals record, Asal claims maiden PSA World Championship title - World
Nour El-Sherbini captured her record-equalling eighth PSA World Championship crown, and Mostafa Asal secured his first, with the duo clinching straight-set victories in all-Egyptian finals at the 2024/2025 edition in Chicago on Sunday. El-Sherbini, 29, overcame Hania El-Hammamy 11-5, 11-9, 11-4, and 11-7 in a 61-minute contest to draw level with Malaysian icon Nicol David's all-time record of eight world titles. It was her 10th consecutive appearance in the final and her fourth championship triumph in the Windy City. 'I never imagined I'd get to eight,' said El-Sherbini. 'I've had a tough season, but I really wanted this one. It means everything.' On the men's side, Asal produced a clinical 11-7, 11-8, and 11-3 win over four-time champion Ali Farag, completing a flawless tournament without dropping a single game. The 23-year-old holds the PSA World title and the British Open crown, retaining the World No.1 spot. 'To win this title, and stay No.1, is incredible,' Asal said. 'There were a lot of mental challenges this week. I'm grateful to my team, especially to James Willstrop, who helped me stay focused,' he said. Both finals showcased Egypt's continued supremacy in the sport. Egyptian players account for all finalists at squash's most prestigious tournament, which carries a total prize fund of $1.31 million. Asal, who had lost to Peru's Diego Elias in last year's final, exacted redemption against Farag — his sixth final meeting with the experienced World No.2 — extending his head-to-head advantage to 5-1. Meanwhile, El-Hammamy was appearing in her first World Championship final. 'She's young and talented, but today I had the edge of experience,' El-Sherbini said. The PSA World Tour will now shift to Egypt for the Palm Hills Open from 22 to 27 May. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
The Hindu
18-05-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Squash World Championships: El Sherbini wins record-equalling 8th title, Asal clinches maiden crown
Egyptians Nour El Sherbini and Mostafa Asal were crowned the women's and men's champions, respectively at the Squash World Championships in Chicago on Saturday. Playing her 10th straight final at the event, the 29-year-old El Sherbini defeated compatriot and World No. 3 Hania El Hammamy 3-1 (11-5, 11-9, 4-11, 11-7) to clinch her eighth title. World No. 2 El Sherbini matched Nicol David's all-time record of eight World Championship crowns. 'Everyone was saying about Nicol's record, and I never thought I was going to make it. It's unbelievable, I can't describe it, but I've been having a really tough season. I'm glad I won this title, it means a lot for my corner, my team and my parents,' El Sherbini told after the win. The record-equalling moment for @noursherbini 🙌 The emotion from the World No.2 as she draws level with @NicolDavid with 8⃣ @PSAWorldChamps titles 🏆# — PSA World Championships (@PSAWorldChamps) May 18, 2025 In the men's final, World No. 1 Asal defeated World No. 2 and compatriot Ali Farag 3-0 (11-7, 11-8, 11-3) to clinch his maiden title. The 24-year-old Asal now holds both the PSA World Championships and British Open titles as well as the World No.1 spot – a position he would have conceded to four-time World Champion Farag had he lost to the 33-year-old in the final. 'I want to thank everyone who has supported me, but the man who has been behind me is my mentor, James Willstrop. My father told me after everything that had happened to come back to Egypt, but Jimbo has been having a lot of discussions and chats with me, and here I am, the World Champion,' said Asal, who did not drop a single game throughout the tournament. India had five participants in this edition of the event. In the men's field, Velavan Senthilkumar was knocked out in the opening round while Abhay Singh, India No. 1 Ramit Tandon and debutant Veer Chotrani were eliminated in the second round. In the women's draw, 17-year-old debutant Anahat Singh exited in the second round. India is yet to win a medal at the World Championships. RESULTS (Finals) Women [2] Nour El Sherbini (EGY) bt [3] Hania El Hammamy (EGY) 3-1: 11-5, 11-9, 4-11, 11-7 (61 minutes) Men [2] Mostafa Asal (EGY) bt [1] Ali Farag (EGY) 3-0: 11-7, 11-8, 11-3 (41 minutes) Related Topics Squash World Championships
See - Sada Elbalad
18-05-2025
- Sport
- See - Sada Elbalad
El Sherbiny & Asal Capture 2025 PSA World Squash Championship Titles
Rana Atef On Saturday, Mostafa Asal and Nour El Sherbiny won the 2025 PSA World Squash Championship, currently being held in Chicago, USA, from May 9 to 18. Asal won the men's title after defeating World No.2 Ali Farag 3-0. This is Asal's first time to capture the world title. With this result, Asal can retain the top seed of the PSA men's ranking. On the other hand, El Sherbiny defeated world's No.3 Hania El Hammamy 3-1. This is the 8th title of El Sherbiny to equal the record of the retired Nicol David. read more Japan Stun Spain 2-1 to Qualify for World Cup Last 16 World Cup 2022: Get to Know Confirmed Line-ups of Japan and Spain Group E Decider Saudi Arabia Bid Farewell to World Cup after 2-1 Loss to Mexico Tunisia Achieve Historic Win over France but Fail to Qualify Tunisia to Clash against France in World Cup Sports Get to Know Squad of Group D Teams in World Cup Sports Al Ahly Gift EGP 70,000 to Players After Claiming Egyptian Super Cup Title Sports Bencharki Hits First 2 Goals with Al Jazira Since Leaving Zamalek Sports Arsenal Possible Line-up for Nottingham Forest News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War
New Straits Times
14-05-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Sivasangari ends 8-year wait for Malaysia at World Championships
KUALA LUMPUR: S. Sivasangari has become the first Malaysian squash player to reach the quarter-finals of the World Championships since Datuk Nicol David in 2017. The world No. 9 produced a stunning display in Chicago on Tuesday, brushing aside American world No. 8 Amanda Sobhy 11-8, 14-12, 11-6 in just 32 minutes in the third round. It was the Malaysian's third win in five meetings against Sobhy, having also beaten her in five games at the Cincinnati Cup final in February. However, it was the end of the road for men's world No. 10 Ng Eain Yow, who was swept aside 11-4, 11-6, 11-7 by Egyptian world No. 1 Mostafa Asal in his third-round clash. Sivasangari will take on world No. 4 Olivia Weaver of the United States for a place in the semi-finals on Thursday (May 15). The 34-year-old Weaver earned her spot with an 11-7, 9-11, 11-7, 11-4 win over Egypt's world No. 12 Salma Hany in 47 minutes. Weaver holds a strong 5-1 head-to-head record against Sivasangari, but the Malaysian won their most recent meeting in the semi-finals of the Cincinnati Cup. Speaking after her win over Sobhy, Sivasangari said: "The last two times played against her, the score was 3-2, and I won the last one. "She's a fighter, and I'm really pleased to win in three. "That reaction (celebrating after clinching the winning point) showed how much it means to me. "I've never made the quarters at the World Championships. "I barely even reach the quarters of Platinum events. I'm really pleased and happy with how I performed today," she told the PSA World Tour. Meanwhile, Asal was full of praise for Eain Yow, despite winning in three games. "Eain Yow is a fantastic player. His country should be proud of him after breaking into the world's top 10," said Asal. "He was really tight today, and it was a good match. I'm ready for the next challenge." Asal will face compatriot and fifth seed Tarek Momen in the quarter-finals on Wednesday (May 14).
