Tonight, at Shanghai’s Xianxia Tennis Center, the 2025 China Squash Open reached its thrilling conclusion. After yesterday’s shocking semifinals, the championship titles were up for grabs, and anticipation filled the air.

The center court buzzed with excitement as two outstanding finals unfolded. The evening began with the Women’s Singles Final, featuring fourth seed Japan’s Satomi Watanabe against third seed, Egyptian rising star Amina Orfi. Following that, the Men’s Singles Final saw Egypt’s Mohamed Abouelghar face sixth seed compatriot Youssef Ibrahim. Four elite athletes, poised for a head-to-head battle, prepared to deliver a spectacle.

Women’s Singles Final: Amina Orfi Claims the Crown

In a stunning display of resilience, third seed Amina Orfi overcame a first-set deficit to defeat fourth seed Satomi Watanabe 3-1, with set scores of 10-12, 11-8, 11-2, 11-5, securing the 2025 China Squash Open Women’s Singles title.

From the opening points, both players engaged in a tightly contested battle. Watanabe applied relentless pressure with her aggressive shots and dominant backhand, while Orfi responded with steady defense and agile court coverage. The first set remained neck-and-neck, culminating in a tense 10-all scenario. Ultimately, Watanabe edged ahead with a decisive forehand to take the set 12-10.

The second set marked a turning point. Orfi adjusted her tactics, reducing errors while maintaining attacking quality. Using precise cross-court shots and clever variations, she disrupted Watanabe’s rhythm and claimed the set 11-8, leveling the match.

In the third set, Orfi hit the ground running, scoring eight consecutive points early on and demonstrating exceptional form. Watanabe struggled under the mounting pressure, unable to convert opportunities, and the set ended 11-2 in Orfi’s favor.

In the fourth and final set, Orfi dominated entirely, dismantling Watanabe’s defenses and controlling the pace of the game. Despite Watanabe’s efforts to recover, Orfi closed out the set 11-5, completing a remarkable comeback and capturing the championship trophy.

Men’s Singles Final: Mohamed Abouelghar Triumphs in Five-Set Thriller

The Men’s Singles Final delivered a dramatic Egyptian showdown. Mohamed Abouelghar emerged victorious over compatriot Youssef Ibrahim in a thrilling five-set battle, 3-2 (11-6, 4-11, 11-9, 7-11, 13-11), in a 52-minute contest filled with twists and turns.

Abouelghar set the tone in the first set with solid play, taking it 11-6. Ibrahim responded emphatically in the second set, winning 11-4. The third set featured intense rallies, reaching 9-all before Abouelghar narrowly edged it 11-9. Ibrahim started the fourth set with a rapid six-point streak, eventually winning 11-7 and pushing the match into a decisive fifth set.

The final set was a nerve-wracking back-and-forth affair, tied at 11-all before a critical “stroke” call awarded Abouelghar match point. Seizing the opportunity, he maintained his momentum to close out the set 13-11. Overcome with emotion, Abouelghar fell to his knees in victory, marking a triumphant return from a career-threatening injury.

Award Ceremony and Closing Remarks:

After six days of exhilarating competition, the 2025 China Squash Open concluded at Shanghai Xianxia Tennis Center. This year’s tournament elevated its status from silver to gold, extending the schedule from five to six days, upgrading both the player field and event specifications, and introducing an innovative “dual venue” format to create an immersive spectator experience.

The event highlighted the rise of a new generation of players and showcased classic matchups filled with intensity and drama. In the Women’s Singles, Egyptian rising star Amina Orfi lifted the trophy after defeating Satomi Watanabe. In the Men’s Singles, Mohamed Abouelghar secured the championship after a gripping five-set duel with Youssef Ibrahim.

The 2025 China Squash Open delivered world-class squash action to fans across the globe and demonstrated the sport’s growing presence in Asia. We look forward to an even more thrilling edition next year, and we congratulate all the winners for their remarkable achievements.