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Thursday, April 03, 2025
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World-Class Squash Stars Clash at IQUW Bermuda Open
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The IQUW Bermuda Open Squash Championships has returned in spectacular fashion, drawing a wealth of international talent to the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club and elevating the tournament's prestige.
The IQUW Bermuda Open promises a thrilling spectacle, with a draw packed with players ranked in the world's top 100. This year's event marks a significant milestone, representing the highest caliber of competitive squash seen in Bermuda since the memorable 2007 World Open, 18 years ago.
Men's Division Boasts Top Talent
Leading the charge in the Men's Division is the number one seed, Miguel Rodríguez of Colombia. A force to be reckoned with, Rodríguez reached a career-high world ranking of World No. 4 in June 2015. His impressive resume includes two Colombian Open titles (2008, 2010) and a Pan American Games victory in 2015.
The number two seed in the Men's Division is Egypt's rising star, Mohamad Zakaria. Zakaria's meteoric rise in the squash world has been nothing short of amazing. Since July 2023, he has achieved remarkable feats, including becoming the youngest-ever World Junior Championship finalist at the age of 15. In October 2023, he became the youngest male Tour title winner of all time at the LA Open, just 37 days after his 16th birthday. Zakaria continued his record-breaking spree in July 2024, becoming the youngest-ever men's World Junior Championship champion, surpassing Jansher Khan's 1986 record by eight days. He further cemented his place in squash history in September 2024, becoming the first male player to claim 5 Tour titles under the age of 17 with a victory in the NASH Cup.
Bermudian Challenger
Local interest will be high as Taylor Carrick represents Bermuda in the tournament. The current Bermuda National Squash Champion turned professional late last year and has already gained valuable experience competing in four PSA Tour events. His journey began with the White Oaks Cup in Canada in November, followed by a quarter-final appearance at the BC Open in Canada, and subsequent participation in the St Louis Open and the Georgia Open.
Women's Division Features Strong Contenders
The Ladies' Division is equally compelling, headlined by the number one seed, Aira Azman of Malaysia. Azman has been making waves on the women's tour. Following her second-round appearance at the 2024 PSA Women's World Squash Championship in May, she secured her 3rd PSA title at the Tuanku Muhriz Trophy in August during the 2024–25 PSA Squash Tour.
Azman also played a key role in Malaysia's bronze medal victory at the December 2024 Women's World Team Squash Championships.
Egypt's Hana Moataz is seeded second in the Ladies' Division. Moataz has been active on the international circuit in 2025, competing in the Carol Weymuller Open (USA), the Cincinnati Cup, the Texas Open, the New Zealand Open, and the Australian Open. Her best result came at the Spanish Open, where she reached the final.
The IQUW Bermuda Open promises a week of high-intensity squash, showcasing the skill and passion of these exceptional athletes.
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Thursday, March 20, 2025
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Bermuda Open Sees World's Best Descend on Courts
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The IQUW Bermuda Open Squash Championships has returned with a bang, elevating its status and attracting a stellar lineup of international talent to the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club.
The tournament has undergone a significant upgrade, transitioning from a Men's/Women's 12k "Challenger" event to a prestigious Men's/Women's 25k "COPPER" PSA competition. This substantial increase in prize money has successfully lured some of the world's top 30 squash players to Bermuda, promising an electrifying week of competition.
The IQUW Bermuda Open will showcase a draw brimming with players ranked within the world's top 100, ensuring that every round will be fiercely contested and highly entertaining. This marks the highest calibre of competitive squash seen in Bermuda since the 2007 World Open, a momentous occasion 18 years ago.
Leading the charge in the Men's draw is the legendary Miguel Angel Rodriguez, affectionately known as "The Colombian Cannonball." The former world number four and British Open champion brings a wealth of experience and flair to the Bermuda courts. On the Women's side, world number 27 and top Malaysian player Aira Azman headlines the seeds, promising a display of exceptional skill and athleticism.
The Men's draw also features the highly touted Mohamad Zakaria, the World Junior Open Champion, as the number two seed. Timothy Brownell, the USA number one, completes the top three seeds, adding further depth to the competition.
The Ladies' draw is equally impressive, with a strong contingent of talented Egyptian players making the journey to Bermuda. Hana Moataz, ranked world number 33, and Salma Eltayeb, ranked world number 36, are among the notable names to watch, promising to deliver captivating performances.
The upgraded status of the IQUW Bermuda Open and the presence of such elite players underscores the tournament's growing reputation on the international squash circuit. The event is set to provide a thrilling spectacle for squash enthusiasts, offering a rare opportunity to witness world-class action on Bermudian soil. The Devonshire courts are poised to host a week of intense battles and unforgettable moments as the world's best vie for the coveted titles.
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Friday, March 07, 2025
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Franklin & Carrick Crowned National Squash Champions
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 Eilidh Franklin & Taylor Carrick IslandStats.com
The Women's Open Final saw a significant upset as second seed Eilidh Franklin defeated top seed Melina Turk in a thrilling four-set encounter. Franklin's impressive performance, which took 33 minutes, resulted in a scoreline of 11-8, 5-11, 11-8, 11-5, securing her the coveted title.
In the Men's Open Final, top seed Taylor Carrick lived up to expectations, claiming victory over second seed Micah Franklin. Carrick's triumph came in three sets, with scores of 14-12, 11-3, 11-6.
The drama extended beyond the Open Finals, with several other matches going the distance, showcasing the resilience and determination of the players.
The Men's Veterans Over 60 Division Final witnessed a dramatic conclusion. Second seed Jan Brewer emerged victorious after top seed Eugene Bothello was forced to retire injured. The match was tightly contested, with the score level at 2-2 in the fifth game before Bothello's retirement, with the set scores being 11-4, 4-11, 11-6, 9-11.
Mason Smith staged a remarkable comeback in the Men's B Bracket 2 Division Final. After falling two sets behind, Smith rallied to defeat Jonah Every in a five-set thriller. The match, which lasted 40 minutes, ended with a scoreline of 10-12, 8-11, 11-8, 11-8, 11-6.
In the Women's Open 3rd/4th place match, fifth seed Sydney Wallace secured victory over third seed Abigail Brewer. The match went to five sets, with Wallace eventually prevailing with scores of 11-8, 11-5, 8-11, 8-11, 11-8.
The Gnosis Bermuda National Squash Championships 2025 provided a week of thrilling squash, showcasing the talent and passion for the sport in Bermuda. The final day's action encapsulated the drama and excitement that had been a hallmark of the tournament.
Men's Open Final
14 11 11 Taylor Carrick defeated
12 03 06 Micah Franklin
Women's Open Final
11 05 11 11 Eilidh Franklin defeated
08 11 08 05 Melina Turk
Men's B Division Final
12 11 09 11 William Frith defeated
10-07 11 05 Rhys Puddy
Men's C Division Final
11 13 11 Andrew March defeated
05 11 07 Mark Zuill
Women's Veterans Over 40 Division Final
11 11 11 Susie Howells defeated
06 06 09 Joann Bielby
Men's Veterans Over 40 Final
11 11 06 11 John Fletcher defeated
01 03 11 08 Hadleigh Farrer
Women's Veterans Over 50 Final
11 11 11 Deborah Sagurs defeated
04 07 09 Suzanne Rose
Men's Veterans Over 50 Final
11 08 11 11 Nick Leach defeated
07 11 03 09 Anthony White
Men's Veterans Over 60 Final
11 04 11 09 02 Jan Brewer defeated
04 11 06 11 02 Eugene Bothello
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Thursday, March 06, 2025
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More Five-Set Thrillers & Semi-Finals at Championships
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Day Four of the Gnosis Bermuda National Squash Championships 2025 delivered a feast of drama, with the semi-finals proving to be a crucible of endurance and skill. The Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club in Devonshire witnessed a night of gripping encounters, where four matches went the distance, requiring the ultimate test of a decisive fifth set.
The evening's narrative was one of resilience and tenacity, showcasing the depth of talent within Bermuda's squash community. While the top seeds in the Men's and Women's Open categories largely progressed with relative comfort, the undercards provided a series of captivating battles that kept spectators on the edge of their seats.
In the Men's Open, top seed Taylor Carrick demonstrated his authority with a straight-sets victory over Kristian Muldoon (11-5, 11-8, 11-6). Similarly, second seed Micah Franklin secured his place in the final with a dominant performance against Noah Browne (11-8, 12-10, 11-4).
The Women's Open Semi-Finals followed a similar pattern. Top seed Melina Turk cruised past Sydney Wallace (11-2, 11-3, 11-4), while second seed Eilidh Franklin overcame a minor blip in the third set to defeat Abigail Brewer (11-4, 11-6, 6-11, 11-4).
However, the real drama unfolded in the Bracket Divisions and veteran categories. Jeffrey Olson and Elijah Simmons engaged in a gruelling 38-minute contest in the Men's Open Bracket 3 Division. Olson clinched victory in the fifth (11-5, 11-6, 13-15, 6-11, 11-6).
Tariq Ahmed and Quintin Venter replicated this intensity in the Men's B Bracket 3 Division. Their 30-minute battle saw both players trade blows, with Ahmed ultimately prevailing in the fifth (11-9, 11-7, 8-11, 6-11, 11-5).
The veterans also showcased their enduring passion for the sport. Anthony Fellowes defeated Jordache Rawson in a hard-fought five sets (9-11, 11-6, 11-5, 6-11, 11-4).
Graeme Henderson and Derek Wheeler battled in their 32-minute clash, with Henderson eventually emerging victorious in a tense fifth set (11-7, 9-11, 6-11, 11-9, 12-10).
Men’s Open Semi-Finals
11 11 11 Taylor Carrick defeated
05 08 06 Kristian Muldoon
11 12 11 Micah Franklin defeated
08 10 04 Noah Browne
Women’s Open Semi-Finals
11 11 06 11 Eilidh Franklin defeated
04 06 11 04 Abigail Brewer
11 11 11 Melina Turk defeated
02 03 04 Sydney Wallace
Men's Open Bracket 2 Division
11 13 11 Anaya Smith defeated
06 11 08 Dylan Pratt
11 07 11 11 Armin De Weerdt defeated
04 11 08 08 Charles Riker
Men's Open Bracket 3 Division
11 11 13 06 11 Jeffrey Olson defeated
05 06 15 11 06 Elijah Simmons
Men's B Division Semi-Final
12 11 09 11 William Frith defeated
10 07 11 05 Rhys Puddy
Men's B Bracket 2 Division
16 08 11 11 Mason Smith defeated
14 11 08 09 Rocco Adderley
11 11 11 Jonah Every defeated
07 08 08 Michael Schrah
Men's B Bracket 3 Division
11 11 08 06 11 Tariq Ahmed defeated
09 07 11 11 05 Quintin Venter
Men’s Veterans Over 40 Semi-Finals
11 11 06 11 John Fletcher defeated
01 03 11 08 Hadleigh Farrer
09 11 11 06 11 Anthony Fellowes defeated
11 06 05 11 04 Jordache Rawson
Men’s Veterans Over 40 Bracket 2 Final
11 09 06 11 12 Graeme Henderson defeated
07 11 11 09 10 Derek Wheeler
Men’s Veterans Over 40 Bracket 2 Division
11 11 12 Nick Leach defeated
04 08 10 Jeffrey Ingelman
Men’s Veterans Over 50 Semi-Final
11 08 11 11 Nick Leach defeated
07 11 03 09 Anthony White
11 11 11 Spencer Moss defeated
06 02 05 Peter Cooper
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Wednesday, March 05, 2025
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National Championships Day Three More Thrilling Squash
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Day Three of the Gnosis Bermuda National Squash Championships 2025 at the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club in Devonshire provided another evening of exciting and closely contested matches. The tournament continued to deliver drama, with three encounters going the distance and requiring a decisive fifth set.
The Men's Open Bracket 2 Division witnessed the longest match of the day, a 40-minute marathon. Armin De Weerdt defeated Jason Shrubb in a nail-biting encounter that showcased the players' endurance and mental fortitude. De Weerdt eventually prevailed with a score of 11-7, 7-11, 11-5, 10-12, 14-12.
In the Women's Open Bracket 2 Division, Suzanne Rose emerged victorious after a hard-fought 26-minute battle against Mckenna Kyme. Rose showed resilience and determination to win the match 11-3, 8-11, 5-11, 11-3, 11-7.
The Men's B Bracket 2 Division also produced a five-set thriller. Michael Schrah defeated Tariq Ahmed in a 30-minute encounter. Schrah ultimately secured the win with a scoreline of 11-4, 09-11, 11-4, 8-11, 11-1.
The Gnosis Bermuda National Squash Championships 2025 continue to provide thrilling action and showcase the competitive spirit of the island's squash players. With each day of competition, the tournament delivers drama and excitement, keeping fans engaged and on the edge of their seats.
Men's Open Bracket 2 Division
11 08 11 11 Charles Riker defeated
02 11 03 02 Kion Knights
11 11 11 Dylan Pratt defeated
05 06 06 Benjamin Bramlett
11 07 11 10 14 Armin De Weerdt defeated
07 11 05 12 12 Jason Shrubb
11 08 11 11 Charles Riker defeated
02 11 03 02 Kion Knights
Women's Open Bracket 2 Division
11 08 05 11 11 Suzanne Rose defeated
03 11 11 03 07 Mckenna Kyme
Men's B Division
05 11 11 11 Owen Rosorea defeated
11 05 06 03 Derek Wheeler
Men's B Bracket 2 Division
11 03 11 11 Mason Smith defeated
06 11 00 07 Benjamin Sherratt
11 09 11 08 11 Michael Schrah defeated
04 11 04 11 01 Tariq Ahmed
11 12 11 Jonah Every defeated
06 10 09 Hudson Ferris
11 11 11Rocco Adderley defeated
07 03 06 Brian Darling
Women's B Bracket 2 Division
11 11 11 Lisa Froud defeated
09 08 09 Terrie Morris-Greenslade
Men's C Division
11 12 11 Andrew Marsh defeated
07 10 05 Kevin Gillespie
11 11 09 11 Mark Zuill defeated
08 03 11 09 Ian Fox
Men's C Bracket 2 Division
11 11 11James Bigley defeated
05 05 07 Jacob Rempel
11 11 11 Hugo Rogers defeated
03 07 07 Hugo Adams
Women's Vets Over 50 Division
10 11 11 11 Suzanne Rose defeated
12 08 06 08 Tracy Shott
11 11 11 Deborah Sagurs defeated
02 01 05 Deanna Didyk
Women's Vets Over 50 Bracket 2 Division
11 11 11 Lisa Froud defeated
07 08 08 Terrie Morris-Greenslade
Men's Vets Over 50 Division
11 11 11 Jeffrey Ingelman defeated
09 09 09 Simon Argent
Men's Vets Over 60 Division
11 11 11 Eugene Bothello defeated
06 05 03 Colin Alexander
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