World premier squash

Former India No: Former India No. 1, Saurav Ghosal, has opened up on the significant shift in mindset required in his new role off the court, saying his focus has moved from individual excellence to building and benefiting the wider squash ecosystem.

Ghosal, who is now associated with World Premier Squash (WPS) in an administrative capacity as the Sports Commissioner, said the transition from being an elite athlete to working towards the sport’s development has required a fundamental change in perspective. “Firstly, it sounds very weird calling me an administrator. (laughs) I don't want to be that,” Ghosal told IANS in an exclusive conversation, reflecting on his new responsibilities.

Explaining the contrast between his playing days and current role, Ghosal said professional athletes are inherently focused on themselves.