VIRGINIA, USA: In a stunning victory at the Charlottesville Open Squash Tournament in Virginia, Pakistan’s Muhammad Asim Khan defeated second seed Yahya Elnawasany of Egypt in a thrilling second-round match on Thursday.
Asim, unseeded in the tournament, secured his spot in the quarterfinals after a grueling five-game battle that lasted 60 minutes. He won with scores of 11-7, 4-11, 11-6, 7-11, and 11-7, showcasing resilience and determination.
Khan expressed his delight post-match, stating the victory had significantly boosted his confidence. Meanwhile, fellow Pakistani player Muhammad Ashab Irfan was eliminated after a hard-fought match against Egypt’s seventh seed, Ibrahim Elkabbani.
