World-class professional squash is set to return to the island next month as the 2026 STARR Bermuda Open takes center stage from April 14th–18th at the Bermuda Squash Club in Devonshire. The prestigious PSA Copper level tournament will feature a total prize purse of $62,000, split equally between the men’s and women’s draws.
The championship will showcase a world-class field of 48 professional athletes, with 24 men and 24 women traveling from across the globe to compete for the title of Bermuda Open Champion.
Leading the charge in the women's draw is top seed Sabrina Sobhy. Currently ranked World No. 18, the American star recently returned to the world’s top twenty and will be a firm favorite for the title. She is expected to face a significant challenge from second-seeded Lucy Turmel of England, currently ranked No. 31 in the world.
In the men's division, Egyptian standout Karim El Torky enters as the top seed. He will be tested by a formidable chasing pack led by veteran second seed Miguel Rodriguez, the Colombian former World No. 4 known for his incredible athleticism.
Local hopes will rest squarely on the shoulders of Taylor Carrick, the island’s only current touring professional. Carrick, who recently competed at the Toronto Classic and reached the final of the Bermuda National Squash Championships, will look to capitalize on home-court advantage against the high-caliber international field.
The tournament also features a strong Caribbean contingent, including reigning Caribbean champions Meagan Best and Khamal Cumberbatch of Barbados, both of whom claimed gold at last November's championships in Guyana. They will be joined by regional professionals Margot Prow (Barbados) and Mary Fung-A-Fat (Guyana) in a competitive women’s draw.
The 2026 edition is supported by a robust lineup of sponsors, with STARR (formerly IQUW) serving as the title sponsor. They are joined by ORBIS as the Platinum Sponsor, alongside Gold Sponsors ARCH and CHUBB Bermuda, Silver Sponsor QBE Re., and additional support from Goslings and Pals.
Friday, March 06, 2026
Franklin & Turk Crowned National Champions
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Micah Franklin and Melina Turk solidified their status as the island's premier squash talents with commanding victories to claim the 2026 GNOSIS Bermuda National Squash Championships titles. Despite the final scorelines, the matches at the Bermuda Squash Club were a brutal test of endurance that left the champions ecstatic but physically spent.
In the Men’s Open final, second seed Franklin captured the title with a clinical straight sets three zero win over the number one seed Taylor Carrick. Despite the efficiency of the result, Franklin was quick to acknowledge the sheer physical toll of the encounter. He reflected after the final point that it was a very tough match even though the score suggested a comfortable victory, noting that his body was hurting as proof of how difficult the game truly was. Franklin expressed pride in staying driven and proactive, highlighting a mental battle of self-belief that required him to constantly push up and maintain an aggressive stance.
The Women’s Open Championship saw Melina Turk crowned the winner after she outlasted Rachel Barnes in a thirty-one minute battle. Turk secured the title with a scoreline of eleven five, eleven nine, eleven thirteen, eleven four, showing great resilience to close out the match after a tightly contested third set.
The Men’s B Division concluded in unexpected fashion as the fourth seed Michael Schrah was handed the title following a walkover victory against the top seed Owen Rosorea. Meanwhile, the Men’s C Division final provided one of the most dramatic spectacles of the tournament. Colin Alexander defeated the third seed James Bigley in a grueling thirty-three minute five-setter, eventually emerging victorious with a nine eleven, eleven five, three eleven, eleven eight, eleven nine scoreline.
In the veteran categories, experience and stamina were on full display. The number one seed Jan Brewer secured the Men’s Over 60 Division title by defeating second seed Peter Drury in a twenty-eight minute contest that ended eleven seven, eleven five, eleven thirteen, thirteen eleven. In the Men’s Vets Over 50 Division, top seed Hadleigh Farrer overcame a slow start to defeat Nick Leach. After dropping the first set, Farrer rallied to win the twenty-four minute battle six eleven, eleven nine, eleven five, eleven six.
Thursday, March 05, 2026
Elite Matchups Confirmed for Championships Finals
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The stage is set for a weekend of high-octane squash at the Bermuda Squash Club in Devonshire after a dramatic night of semi-final action defined by clinical efficiency at the top and grueling endurance in the lower brackets.
In the blue-riband Men’s Open Division, the final will see Taylor Carrick face off against Micah Franklin in a clash of the island's premier talents. Both players navigated their semi-final hurdles with impressive poise, securing straight-sets victories to ensure they head into the championship match with plenty of fuel left in the tank.
The Women’s Open final promises to be equally captivating as Rachel Barnes and Melina Turk prepare to battle for the national title. While both finalists progressed without dropping a set, their victories were far from straightforward.
While the Open categories were decided with relative speed, the evening was otherwise defined by a series of five-set marathons that pushed athletes to their physical limits. Perhaps the most grueling encounter of the night occurred in the Men’s Vets Over 40 semi-final, where Chris Dawson edged out Hadleigh Farrer in a forty minute thriller. After trailing two sets to one, Dawson showcased remarkable grit to claim the final two sets, eventually sealing a thirteen eleven victory in the decider to keep his title hopes alive.
Gnosis National Squash Championships Day Four Results
Men's Open Semi-Finals
11 11 11 Taylor Carrick defeated 04 04 03 Anaya Smith
11 11 11 Micah Franklin defeated 02 03 08 Kristian Muldoon
Five-set Marathons headline Squash Championships Day 3
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The 2026 GNOSIS Bermuda National Squash Championships continued with a grueling session at the Bermuda Squash Club in Devonshire, as several matches across the divisions were pushed to the absolute limit.
The Men’s B Division provided the most sustained drama of the night, featuring two high-stakes encounters that required five games to settle. Craig Deuchrass emerged victorious in a pulsating battle against Rocco Adderley, eventually clinching a 3-2 win. Deuchrass showed immense character to recover from dropping a tight first game 12-10, battling back to take the second 11-5. Despite Adderley regaining the lead in the third, Deuchrass stayed composed to level the match and eventually edged a nervous final-set tiebreak 12-10.
There was a similarly exhausting contest for Benjamin Sherratt, who outlasted Philip Barnes in another 3-2 thriller. Much like the Deuchrass match, this was a see-saw affair characterized by long rallies and tactical patience. Sherratt found himself trailing after the opening game but remained resilient, eventually securing the deciding set 11-9 to confirm his place in the next round.
The marathon trend continued into the Men's C Division, where Kevin Gillespie and Kleyon-Paul White engaged in a physical five-set struggle. Gillespie started the stronger, taking the first 11-8, but found himself on the back foot as White stormed into a 2-1 lead. Showing superior stamina in the closing stages, Gillespie dominated the final two games, conceding just seven points across both to seal the comeback.
Veteran endurance was also on full display in the Men's Vets Over 40 Division. Nick Leach survived a stern test from Derek Wheeler in a match that mirrored the intensity of the open brackets. Despite Wheeler holding a 2-1 lead after three games, Leach utilized his experience to tilt the momentum back in his favor. After forcing a decider with an 11-9 win in the fourth, Leach pulled away in the final set to record an 11-5 victory and keep his championship aspirations alive.
Gnosis National Squash Championships Day Three Results
Men's Open Division
01 11 11 11 Alex Southern defeated 11 02 05 05 Benjamin Bramlett
Dominant displays define Day 2 National Squash Championships
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The Bermuda Squash Club in Devonshire was the focus of the island’s sporting landscape tonight as the Gnosis National Squash Championships reached a critical stage.
As Bermuda’s second-largest racquet sport took center stage, the Men’s Open draw saw a mix of veteran composure and ruthless efficiency. Micah Franklin, a perennial figure at the top of the local game, signaled his intentions with a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Jason Shrubb. Franklin’s control was evident throughout as he secured a triple 11-5 scoreline to advance.
Taylor Carrick was equally impressive in his outing against Dylan Pratt. Carrick surrendered just eight points across three games, including a dominant second set which he took 11-1, to record a 3-0 win. In the most contested match of the men's session, Kristian Muldoon overcame a second-game blip against Alex Southern to triumph 3-1. Despite Southern leveling the match at one game apiece with a clinical 11-2 display, Muldoon regained his rhythm to close out the final two sets 11-6.
The Women’s Open produced equally compelling narratives as the favorites looked to assert their dominance. Melina Turk delivered a masterclass in precision during her 3-0 victory over Susie Howells, dropping only 12 points in a swift performance. Sydney Wallace also progressed, though she was pushed harder by Abigail Brewer. After the pair split the opening two games, Wallace showed greater stamina in the closing stages to take the match 3-1 with consecutive 11-8 scores.
Elsewhere in the women's draw, Eilidh Franklin showcased her mental toughness after a slow start against Juliette Ferrari-McComb. Having lost the first game 11-4, Franklin pivoted her strategy to sweep the next three games in convincing fashion, eventually securing a 3-1 victory. The evening’s schedule concluded with Alex Furtado and Rachel Barnes preparing to settle their own place in the next round of the island's premier domestic event.
Gnosis National Squash Championships Day Two Results
Men's Open Division
11 02 11 11 Kristian Muldoon defeated 06 11 06 06 Alex Southern
11 11 11 Micah Franklin defeated 05 05 05 Jason Shrubb
