Anahat Singh Upsets Higher-Ranked Foe at Qatar Classic

Singh, currently ranked 20th in the world, dispatched the higher-ranked Mohamed in four games during the opening round of the prestigious tournament in Doha. The Indian squash player's victory sets up a promising campaign at the season-opening PSA Platinum event, one of the tour's most competitive fixtures.

The win underscores Singh's growing prowess on the international squash circuit as she looks to make further strides up the world rankings. Her four-game victory over Mohamed demonstrates her ability to compete effectively against top-seeded opponents.

The Qatar Classic serves as a crucial early-season barometer for players targeting the year's major tournaments. Singh's opening-round success positions her well for the matches ahead in the tournament, with the winner set to pocket a significant share of the USD 242,000 prize purse.

Singh continues to be among India's leading hopes in professional squash, having steadily climbed the world rankings over recent years. Her performance in Doha will be closely watched as an indicator of her form heading into the competitive international squash calendar.