Abhay Singh : India’s top squash star, Abhay Singh, has once again made the nation proud! The 26-year-old clinched the prestigious Hyder Trophy 2025 title in New York with a commanding 3-1 victory over England’s Sam Todd in the final on Sunday. The win marks Abhay’s 11th PSA Tour title and adds yet another feather to his ever-growing cap.
ABHAY SINGH IS THE CHAMPION!
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Final Showdown: Singh vs Todd
Facing England’s world No. 99 Sam Todd, Abhay brought out his A-game to seal the match 11-8, 10-12, 11-9, 11-7. Despite Todd’s gritty second-game comeback, Singh kept his composure and dominated the remainder of the match with his trademark pace, precision, and power.
Sam Todd, on the other hand, deserves credit for a stellar run in the tournament, having returned from a long injury break and reaching the final unseeded.
Path to Glory
Abhay’s journey to the title was nothing short of brilliant. As the top seed and world No. 45, he showcased consistency and class:
- Round of 16: Bye
- Round of 8: Beat Malaysia’s Yee Xian Siow 3-1
- Quarterfinal: Outclassed Egypt’s Ziad Ibrahim 3-0
- Semifinal: Defeated Pakistan’s U23 world champion Noor Zaman 3-0
Abhay Singh Wins Hyder Trophy 2025: Clinches 11th PSA Title with Dominant Final Victory
His semi-final win over Zaman was particularly significant, displaying Abhay’s dominance in high-pressure games and affirming his place among the sport’s rising elite.
A Stellar Season Continues
This Hyder Trophy title adds to Abhay’s dream run in the past year. Highlights include:
- Asian Games 2023: Gold (Men’s Team), Bronze (Mixed Team)
- Asian Doubles Championships 2024: Double Gold
- Multiple PSA titles: Goodfellow Classic, Tuanku Muhriz Trophy, and more
- National Champion (twice)
From Chennai courts to global podiums, Abhay Singh’s rise reflects unmatched resilience, discipline, and raw talent.
What’s Next?
Up next for Abhay is the World Squash Championships 2025, scheduled in Chicago from May 9–17. He will represent India alongside Veer Chotrani, Ramit Tandon, and Velavan Senthilkumar in the men’s singles draw.
Abhay Singh Wins Hyder Trophy 2025: Clinches 11th PSA Title with Dominant Final Victory
Abhay Singh’s Hyder Trophy triumph is not just another title—it’s a loud statement ahead of the World Championships. As he continues to climb the world rankings and collect silverware, Indian squash fans have every reason to believe: the best of Abhay is still to come.
FAQs
He defeated England’s Sam Todd 3-1 in the final.
With the Hyder Trophy, he now has 11 PSA Tour titles.
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