Egypt once again stamped its dominance on the world stage as Hania El Hammamy and Mostafa Asal captured the women’s and men’s titles at the 2025 U.S. Open Squash Championships, held at the prestigious Arlen Specter US Squash Center in Philadelphia. Both players produced commanding performances, winning their finals in straight games and reinforcing Egypt’s unshakable status as the global powerhouse of squash.
In the women’s final, world No. 2 Hania El Hammamy finally achieved her long-awaited U.S. Open breakthrough, defeating her compatriot and rising star Amina Orfi—the 17-year-old world No. 3—in a gripping encounter that ended 11-9, 12-10, 12-10. The 57-minute contest was a showcase of athleticism, precision, and psychological resilience, as El Hammamy’s trademark mix of speed, control, and tactical finesse outlasted Orfi’s youthful aggression and fearlessness. With this victory, El Hammamy not only claimed her first U.S. Open title but also extended her winning streak on the PSA World Tour to 15 consecutive matches, securing her third major title of the 2025/26 season.
An emotional El Hammamy reflected on her achievement after lifting the trophy: “I’m out of words for so many reasons, but being a U.S. Open champion is amazing. I’ve reached the final twice before and couldn’t make it—so it’s third time lucky. Finally getting my first U.S. Open title means a lot.”
Her triumph puts her within striking distance of world No. 1 Nouran Gohar, setting the stage for a dramatic showdown in the PSA rankings later this season. Meanwhile, Orfi’s remarkable run to the final at just 17 underscored her status as one of the brightest young prospects in women’s squash, ensuring Egypt’s dominance will continue for years to come.
The men’s final offered an equally impressive display of Egyptian power. World No. 1 Mostafa Asal, known for his explosive style and fierce determination, delivered a ruthless performance to defeat New Zealand’s Paul Coll—the recent Qatar Classic champion—by 11-9, 11-3, 11-3. Asal’s victory marked his second U.S. Open title, and remarkably, he achieved it without dropping a single game throughout the entire tournament. His precision, physicality, and unrelenting pace left Coll unable to respond, in what many commentators hailed as a masterclass in mental and technical dominance.
“It’s amazing to bounce back; they always say once a beast, always a beast,” Asal said with satisfaction after his win. “I didn’t drop a game all week, and it feels incredible. To be mentally strong is the most important thing in life.” The 23-year-old champion’s emphatic performance also served as redemption for his earlier loss to Coll in the Qatar Classic final, proving that Asal remains the undisputed benchmark in men’s squash.
Together, El Hammamy and Asal’s twin victories in Philadelphia reaffirmed Egypt’s unparalleled legacy in the sport—one defined by relentless discipline, strategic mastery, and unmatched mental fortitude. From the legendary names of the past to this new generation of champions, Egypt continues to shape the future of global squash, inspiring admiration and respect around the world.
As the 2025/26 season continues, all eyes will now turn to the upcoming Hong Kong Open and World Tour Finals, where both El Hammamy and Asal are expected to extend their streaks and possibly complete another Egyptian double. For now, however, their triumphs in Philadelphia stand as a proud moment for Egypt—and a reminder that the heartbeat of world squash still beats strongest in Cairo.
