India’s squash star Velavan Senthilkumar clinched the Czech Open 2026 title after defeating Scotland’s top seed Greg Lobban in an impressive four-game final. The Indian, ranked World No. 42, overcame the World No. 31 Lobban 13-11, 11-5, 8-11, 11-7 to secure the PSA Copper-level tournament title.
The victory marks Velavan’s 12th Professional Squash Association (PSA) title and his second title at the Copper level, adding another significant achievement to his professional squash career.
Velavan Senthilkumar Stages Remarkable Comeback in Opening Game
The final began with a significant challenge for the Indian squash player, as Greg Lobban moved ahead 10-6 in the opening game and was just one point away from taking it.
However, Velavan displayed tremendous composure and fighting spirit to turn the game around. He saved four game points and went on to win the opening game 13-11, gaining an important psychological advantage.
He carried that momentum into the second game, winning it 11-5 to move within a game of the championship.
Lobban responded by claiming the third game 11-8, but Velavan held his nerve in the fourth to close out the match 11-7 and seal the Czech Open title.
Velavan Defeats Auguste Dussourd to Reach Final
Earlier in the tournament, Velavan secured his place in the final with a convincing straight-games victory over France’s Auguste Dussourd, ranked World No. 32.
The Indian defeated Dussourd 11-7, 12-10, 11-1 in the semifinals to set up the title clash against top seed Greg Lobban.
12th PSA Title for Indian Squash Star
The Czech Open triumph takes Velavan Senthilkumar’s professional title tally to 12, including his second victory at the PSA Copper level.
Defeating two higher-ranked opponents, including the tournament’s top seed, makes this achievement particularly impressive.
Velavan’s latest success is another encouraging milestone for Indian squash as the country continues to produce players capable of competing against the world’s best on the PSA Tour.
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