Anahat Singh fell 3‑0 to Malaysia’s Sivasangari Subramaniam while Abhay Singh was swept 3‑0 by Ng Eain Yow, leaving Malaysia with both singles golds.
The women’s final saw Sivasangari dominate from the start: 11‑4, 11‑4, 11‑7. Abhay’s match was tighter, with a 11‑9 opening game, but Ng closed out 11‑5, 11‑5.
Sivasangari’s early surge—she moved ahead 8‑3 before sealing the first game—turned the tide; Anahat’s 3‑2 lead evaporated as the Malaysian tightened her shot‑selection. Abhay, after a 4‑2 lead in the third, saw Ng rally back 6‑5 before the final 11‑5 win.
It’s the first time an Indian woman reached an Asian Games squash final, yet the 18‑year‑old’s silver highlights a historic run. For Abhay, the silver marks a strong finish after a smooth path to the final, but it still falls short of adding another gold to India’s tally.
With both singles titles lost, India’s only chance to climb the medal ladder now lies in the team events that kick off Monday. The squad will aim to offset the missed Olympic qualification spot and add to the silver haul.
Next up: India’s men’s and women’s teams will battle for gold in the mixed‑team event on Monday, a chance to redeem the day’s disappointments.