Doha: World No. 1 Mostafa Asal of Egypt has advanced to the final of the QTerminals Qatar Classic Squash Championship 2025, currently taking place at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex in Doha. The prestigious tournament is organized by the Qatar Squash Federation and features top-ranked male and female players from around the world.
According to Qatar News Agency, Asal secured his place in Saturday's final after a commanding straight-sets victory over fellow Egyptian Fares Dessouky in the semifinals, winning 11-4, 11-6, 11-6. He will face World No. 2 Paul Coll of New Zealand, who reached the final by defeating England's Jonah Bryant in similarly dominant fashion, 11-5, 11-3, 11-5.
On the women's side, the final will be an all-Egyptian showdown. World No. 1 Nour El Sherbini advanced after defeating Belgium's World No. 6 Tinne Gilis in straight games, 11-6, 11-6, 12-10. She will meet compatriot and World No. 2 Hania El Hammamy, who overcame fellow Egyptian Amina Orfi in a strong performance, winning 11-9, 11-6, 11-7.
The tournament has drawn praise for its organization and atmosphere. Welshman Alex Gough, Chief Executive of the Professional Squash Association (PSA), commended Qatar's continued excellence in hosting the event. "The organization here in Qatar is outstanding, as always," Gough told Qatar News Agency (QNA). "Every detail has been carefully managed, which has contributed to the exceptional success of this year's edition."
He added: "The facilities, hospitality, accommodations, services, and overall infrastructure are all at the highest level. Qatar consistently delivers a world-class tournament, making the QTerminals Qatar Classic one of the most beloved events on the PSA calendar."
Gough also praised the level of play seen throughout the tournament. "This year's competition has been strong. We've witnessed top-quality performances across the board, and the early exits of several top seeds show how deep and competitive the field has become. It's clear that a new generation of players is making its mark, which reflects the global growth and evolution of squash. We expect a thrilling and competitive season ahead."