Pakistan's Asim Khan wins Jones Creek Open Squash Championship


Pakistani squash player Asim Khan with the trophy after winning the Jones Creek Open Squash Championship. — Provided by a journalist/file

Pakistani squash player Asim Khan emerged victorious at the Jones Creek US Open Squash Championships on Sunday.

In the final, which offered a prize money of 12 thousand dollars, Asim Khan defeated his compatriot Ahsab Irfan by 1-3.

The final match in Johns Creek, Georgia, was a thrilling all-Pakistani encounter. Asim Khan, currently ranked 73rd in the world and Pakistan's top squash player, made a remarkable comeback after losing the first game to secure victory against Ashab Irfan.

Second seed Asim defeated third seed Ashab 11-7, 7-11, 4-11, 4-11. This victory marks Asim Khan's third PSA title of the year and the tenth of his career.

By the start of 2024, Asim had already claimed two titles, winning the Wild Card Challenger in Washington and the Squash Inspire Challenger in March.

His consistent performance has further cemented his position as a leading figure in the squash world. The Pakistani final of the Jones Creek Open highlights the growing prowess of Pakistani players on the international squash stage.

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