Squash has been a part of the Asian Games since the 1998 edition in Bangkok Thailand. It has been played as a men’s and women’s singles and team event in every edition of the Games since then. The first squash gold medal at the Asian Games was won by Pakistan’s Zarak Khan in the men’s singles event. Khan went on to win a total of six Asian Games gold medals, including five in the men’s singles event.
Malaysia has been the most successful country in squash at the Asian Games, winning a total of 26 overall medals which includes 11 Gold, 6 Silver and 9 Bronze. Nicol David, who is widely considered to be the greatest female squash player of all time, won the most Asian Games gold medals for Malaysia.
India has also had a strong history in squash at the Asian Games. Saurav Ghosal became the first Indian to reach the men’s singles final in 2014, and he won the silver medal. India has won a total of 13 medals which includes 1 Gold, 3 Silver and 9 Bronze.
Squash is a popular sport in many Asian countries, and it is expected to continue to grow in popularity in the years to come. The Asian Games has played a major role in the development of squash in Asia, and it is sure to continue to do so in the future.
Here is a more detailed look at the history of squash at the Asian Games:
1998 Asian Games (Bangkok): Squash was introduced as a men’s and women’s singles and team event. Pakistan won the most medals, with two golds and one silver.
2002 Asian Games (Busan): Malaysia showed its dominance, winning the most medals.
2014 Asian Games (Incheon): Malaysia emerged as a major force in squash, winning two gold medals. India qualified for the finals in squash and won a Bronze.
