India’s women’s squash squad wrapped up the Aichi‑Nagoya Games with a bronze medal after a 1‑2 loss to Hong Kong in the semifinals. The match saw India’s young star, Anahat Singh, fall 3‑2 to Sin Yuk Chan, but the team’s resilience saw them secure third place.
Anahat, the world No. 17, started strong, taking the first two games 11‑9, 11‑8. By the fourth game she led 10‑6 and had four match points, yet Chan clawed back to win 13‑11 and then 12‑10, turning a lead into a loss.
Tanvi Khanna battled through four games, dropping the first 4‑11 but turning the tide in the next three. She edged 13‑11 after saving chances, came back from 3‑7 down to win 11‑9, and finally closed the fourth 13‑11, keeping India alive in the tie.
Veteran Joshna Chinappa struggled against Hong Kong’s Ho Tze Lok, losing 11‑4, 11‑7, 11‑9 in 21 minutes, but her fight still earned India a medal. The bronze boosts India’s squash tally to four, and the men’s team will face a semifinal later that day.