Abhay Singh Rejects Indian Squash League Idea: 'No Depth for Now'
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Abhay Singh Rejects Indian Squash League Idea: 'No Depth for Now'
- •Abhay Singh, India's top-ranked squash player, had an extraordinary 2025, receiving the Arjuna Award and helping India win its first World Cup in squash.
- •He will defend his men's team gold at the upcoming Asian Games, taking on a leadership role after Saurav Ghosal's retirement.
- •Abhay acknowledges the pressure of filling Ghosal's shoes but is confident in his ability to maintain his No. 1 position amidst talented Indian teammates.
- •Squash will debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, providing extra motivation for Indian players to aim for a podium finish.
- •Singh believes an Indian squash league is premature due to a lack of depth, suggesting talent identification at the grassroots level through schools is crucial for future growth.
Why It Matters: India's top squash player Abhay Singh believes the sport lacks depth for an Indian league, emphasizing grassroots development.
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