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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 Star
16-05-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Sivasangari's journey ends in the World Championship
PETALING JAYA: National squash ace S. Sivasangari's challenge has ended in the World Championship. The 26-year-old, seeded seventh in the prestigious tournament, lost 3-11, 11-8, 4-11, 5-11 to fourth seed American Olivia Weaver in the quarter-finals at the Lakeshore Sport and Fitness in Chicago on Thursday (May 15). Weaver will face second seed Egyptian Nour El-Sherbini, while the other semi-final is an all-Egyptian affair, with top seed Nouran Gohar taking on third seed Hania El-Hammamy. Despite the defeat, Sivasangari's outing in Chicago was memorable. It was her first last eight appearance and she had also ended Malaysia's eight-year wait to reach the quarter-finals in the world meet.
Egypt Today
25-04-2025
- Sport
- Egypt Today
Al Ahly and Pyramids FC Eye Historic All-Egyptian CAF Champions League Final Tonight in Cairo
CAIRO, April 25: A monumental night awaits Egyptian football as both Al Ahly and Pyramids FC look to secure their spots in the CAF Champions League final, with dreams of an all-Egyptian showdown hanging in the balance. After both semi-final first legs ended in goalless draws—Al Ahly holding Mamelodi Sundowns in Pretoria and Pyramids FC matching Orlando Pirates in Johannesburg—the stage is set for a dramatic finish on home soil. Al Ahly vs. Sundowns – Cairo International Stadium Marcel Koller's record-chasing Al Ahly will take the field at Cairo International Stadium determined to convert their strong defensive display in South Africa into a ticket to the final. Backed by a passionate home crowd, the Red Devils will aim to continue their dominance in African football and book their place in the final for the sixth time in eight seasons. Pyramids FC vs. Orlando Pirates – Air Defense Stadium At the Air Defense Stadium, Krunoslav Jurčić's Pyramids FC are on the brink of making club history. After a resilient performance away from home, they now have the opportunity to reach their first-ever CAF Champions League final. A win tonight would mark a new era for the club and place them alongside Al Ahly on the grandest stage in African club football. With everything to play for, Egyptian fans could be just 90 minutes away from witnessing an all-Egyptian CAF Champions League final for only the second time ever.
See - Sada Elbalad
18-04-2025
- Sport
- See - Sada Elbalad
Nouran Gohar, Mostafa Asal Win 2025 El Gouna International Squash Titles
Rana Atef On Friday, Nouran Gohar retained her El Gouna International Squash Tournament after defeating Amina Orfi in an all-Egyptian women's final. World No. 1 seed Gohar continued her impressive performance this year to defeat the promising star Orfi, who is ranked fifth in the world, 3-1. The game lasted for 52 minutes. With this victory, Gohar secured her third consecutive El Gouna title. During the tournament, Orfi made one of the biggest surprises in the tournament by eliminating the iconic Nour El Sherbiny in the quarter-finals. In the same context, Mostafa Asal defeated Ali Farag 3-2 in the men's final to claim the title of the tournament. With these victories, it is expected that both Gohar, and Asal to remain on the top of the PSA international rankings. 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 News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) 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 Arts & Culture Arwa Gouda Gets Married (Photos)
