Malaysian junior squash players delivered a stellar performance at the Sri Lanka Junior Open 2026 in Ratmalana. Erwin Kros Christopher secured the Boys' Under-19 title after a grueling four-set battle against Sri Lanka's national junior champion, Matheesha Wijesekara.
In addition to Christopher's victory, Hana Reia Haridharan claimed the Girls' Under-13 title for Malaysia, further cementing the country's dominance in the regional squash circuit. The tournament, part of the Asian Junior Super Series, saw Malaysia and Iran emerge as the top-performing nations.
The success of these young athletes highlights the strength of Malaysia's developmental programs in squash. Sports officials are optimistic that this group of players will eventually transition into the senior ranks and maintain Malaysia’s reputation as a global powerhouse in the sport.