Squash China Open an education for domestic players

The 2024 Squash China Open at SPD Bank Oriental Sports Center concluded on Sunday, with top seed Mohamed Elshorbagy from England winning the men's title and Malaysia's sixth-seeded Rachel Arnold the women's.

The five-day event brought together 48 players from 13 countries and regions. Four Chinese players were given wildcard entries to compete against some of the world's best.

Elshorbagy overcame Egyptian opponent Mohamed Abouelghar 3-1 for his third China Open trophy after 2016 and 2019. It was also the 33-year-old's 50th PSA World Tour title.

"I will never forget this game, as I have been waiting for this win for a while," said the former World No.1. He dedicated the victory to his late grandmother.

"I also congratulate my opponent who came back from injury and played at such a high competitive level. I want to be back here next year," he added.