Anahat Singh, India’s squash prodigy and Asian Games medalist, has had an extraordinary 2024, capturing nine PSA Challenger Tour titles and establishing herself as a formidable force in the sport.
Currently ranked 82 in the world, Anahat is poised for even greater achievements in 2025.
Adding to her accolades, she has also been nominated for Sportswoman of the Year 2024 at the Indian Sports Honours.
2024: A Year of Triumphs
Anahat’s 2024 season was nothing short of spectacular. She dominated the PSA Challenger Tour, winning titles at prestigious events such as:
JSW Willingdon LMS PSA CH Tour 3
Hamdard Squash Master PSA CH Tour 3
HCL Squash Chennai PSA CH Tour 3
Reliance PSA CH Tour 3
HCL Squash Tour Kolkata PSA CH Tour 3
Costa NorthCoast Open PSA CH Tour 6
NSW Open PSA CH Tour 6
JSW Sunil Verma Memorial PSA CH Tour 3
79 CCI Western India Open PSA CH Tour 9
Among her nine titles, she notably defeated higher ranked players, including Jemyca Aribado in the HCL Squash Tour Kolkata finals and Akanksha Salunkhe in the Western India Slam.
Her victory at the Western India Slam, where she defeated top seed Akanksha Salunkhe, was particularly noteworthy, marking her first win over Salunkhe in a PSA event.
Anahat also gained valuable experience at the 2024 World Squash Team Championship, where the Indian women’s team finished seventh. Competing against some of the best players in the world, Anahat’s performance was commendable.
This exposure to high-level competition and the mentorship from a seasoned player like Chinappa will undoubtedly benefit her as she moves forward in her career.
The Road Ahead in 2025
As Anahat transitions into 2025, her schedule is packed with opportunities to further her career.
One of the key events on her radar is the British Junior Open, where she is a strong contender for the title.
Success at this tournament would not only add to her growing list of accolades but also boost her confidence as she prepares to compete in more challenging PSA World Tour events.
