Hamza Khan, from Pakistan, made a strong comeback in world squash by winning the World Junior Championship title in Melbourne. He defeated Egypt’s Mohamed Zakaria in an exciting final match with a 3-1 scoreline (10-12, 14-12, 11-3, 11-6).
This victory is a historic moment for Pakistan as it is their first World Junior Squash title in nearly 40 years since Jansher Khan’s win in 1986. The final match between Hamza and Zakaria was intense, with the first two games going into tiebreakers.
Even though Hamza initially fell behind in the second game, he showed determination and equalized the match with a 14-12 win. In the subsequent two games, Hamza demonstrated his dominance on the court, securing convincing victories and ultimately winning the championship with a 3-1 triumph.
Hamza’s exceptional performance and his victory in the semi-finals against Melvil Scianimanico showcased his talent and determination, promising a bright future for Pakistan’s squash on the global stage. This remarkable achievement has brought immense pride and joy to Pakistan, celebrating a long-awaited success in the prestigious World Junior Squash Championship.
