Malaysia’s Sivasangari sets sights on world No.1 and Olympic gold after defending Asiad squash crown

NAGOYA, September 27 — Malaysian squash player S. Sivasangari, the new Asian Games women's singles champion, is determined to become the world's top-ranked player and win an Olympic gold medal. Sivasangari, currently ranked fifth in the world, successfully defended her title at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Games after defeating India's Anahat Singh in the final.

The achievement will secure her a spot in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games (LA28). Sivasangari, originally from Kedah, highlighted the significance of the victory, stating that it not only earned her a ticket to the Olympics but also brought her closer to her dream of becoming a world number one player. She emphasized her commitment to improving her performance on the Professional Squash Association (PSA) Tour and working to climb the world rankings, aiming to reach the top three by the end of the season.

Sivasangari expressed her desire to eventually become the world's top-ranked player and win Olympic gold at the LA28 Games. While the pressure was greater as the top seed in this Asian Games, Sivasangari remained focused and managed her emotions effectively throughout the tournament.