World Squash Championship begins in Chennai

World Squash Championship begins in Chennai

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Category : Sports Published on: June 15 2023

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  • The Squash World Cup 2023 is currently underway at the Express Avenue Mall in Chennai. 
  • The fourth edition of the team championship is making a comeback to the international squash calendar after 12 years and will go on till 17th June.
  • The games were formally inaugurated by Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Udhayanidhi Stalin at Express Avenue Mall.
  • Notable players who have participated in the tournament include Joshna Chinappa, Saurabh Ghosal, Abhay Singh, Khanna and Jessica Turnbull.
  • On 13th June 2023, Japan defeated South Africa, world champion Egypt defeated Australia and Malaysia defeated Colombia in a World Squash Federation Championship match.
  • On the first day of the championship, India will play against Hong Kong and China in Pool B matches.
  • In Pool A, Egypt will face Australia and Malaysia will face Colombo.
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