Egypt Dominates the 2025 World Squash Junior Championships in Cairo
Egypt : The 2025 World Squash Junior Championships, held from July 21 to August 1 at New Cairo鈥檚 Black Ball Sporting Club, has once again cemented Egypt’s dominance in junior squash. This prestigious event attracted 234 of the best under-19 players worldwide, competing first in individual matches and then in team championships. Egypt鈥檚 own Amina Orfi and Mohamad Zakaria retained their individual titles with commanding straight-game victories over fellow Egyptians. Orfi made history by becoming the first player to win the world juniors four times, while Zakaria followed up his previous victory, maintaining Egypt鈥檚 exceptional legacy in the sport. The Black Ball Sporting Club, hosting the Championships for the first time since 1996 (boys) and 2003 (girls), provided world-class facilities with 16 glass-backed courts and international broadcast capabilities. This event also highlights squash鈥檚 growing buzz as it nears its Olympic debut in 2028, bringing even greater attention and stakes to the junior circuit.
Beyond Egypt鈥檚 sweep in individual titles, the event also showcased the global nature of the sport, featuring strong contingents from the USA, Korea, England, India, and Pakistan. India鈥檚 12-member team was led by Anahat Singh, seeded second in the women鈥檚 draw, reflecting the rising competition. The tournament’s format ensured players gained extensive international experience with a knockout and a consolation system. After individual play concluded on July 26, the intense team championships began, further intensifying national pride and competition through August 1. Egypt鈥檚 leadership in junior squash development, backed by the Egyptian Squash Federation and supported by WSF, confirms the championships as a vital platform shaping the next generation of world-class players.
