Recognised by the Professional Squash Association (PSA), the tournament continues to build on the success of its 2025 edition, which was named one of the Top 10 Iconic PSA Events of the year. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
The 2026 edition will feature defending women\u2019s champion Anahat Singh returning to headline the event. The lineup also includes India\u2019s top players, such as Ramit Tandon, Abhay Singh, Veer Chotrani, Velavan Senthilkumar, and Joshna Chinappa, as well as international contenders such as Yahya Elnawasany, Hana Moataz, Mazen Hesham, and others. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
This promises a highly competitive week of world-class squash. Additionally, the tournament will award a USD 44,500 prize purse for both the men\u2019s and women\u2019s events, marking a first for an Indian tournament.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Cyrus Poncha, Secretary General of the Squash Rackets Federation of India, said, \u201cThe Indian Open has quickly become a key stop on the PSA calendar, giving Indian players exposure to world-class competition while raising the profile of squash nationally. For 2026, we\u2019re excited to continue growing the tournament\u2019s international significance and see fans experience high-level matches live, supporting the sport\u2019s long-term development in India.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
This promises a highly competitive week of world-class squash. Additionally, the tournament will award a USD 44,500 prize purse for both the men\u2019s and women\u2019s events, marking a first for an Indian tournament.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Featuring a bigger stage, equal prize money, and a lineup of top Indian and international players, the 2026 Indian Open is set to strengthen India\u2019s position in the global squash scene.<\/p>\r\n\r\n