The Swarmer SA Open Heats Up: QF Drama and SF Showdowns!

Day 3: Swarmer SA Open

Get ready for an action-packed, energetic recap of the 2025 Swarmer SA Open as we dive into the thrilling quarterfinals and beyond!

The Swarmer SA Open Heats Up: Quarterfinal Drama and Semifinal Showdowns!

As we near the business end of the 2025 Swarmer SA Open, the courts at Next Generation have been radiating pure intensity. The skill level on display has left spectators speechless, and the quarterfinals delivered enough jaw-dropping action to keep the crowds on their feet!

Hong Kong Dominance in the Women's Draw

The Hong Kong squad came in strong, and they proved why they're forces to be reckoned with. Toby Tse and Sze Wry Wai led the charge, securing their spots in the semis with commanding wins. In an all-Hong Kong showdown today at 6:30 PM, Toby and Sze will battle for a ticket to the grand final—expect a terrific showdown on court!

Meanwhile, Ella Lash of New Zealand continues her dominant campaign, brushing aside Rema Muniandy, Australia’s last remaining hope in the quarters. Rema fought valiantly and Squash SA is immensely proud of her efforts! Ella now faces Japan’s Risa Sugimoto in the semis at 5:30 PM—will the Ella continue her reign, or will Risa pull off a stunning upset?

Pakistan Powerhouses Command the Men's Draw

Pakistan’s squash stars are here to make a statement! Muhammad Ashab Irfani, the number one seed, had to dig deep against Joachim Chua of Malaysia, clinching a nail-biting 3-2 victory. Meanwhile, Hanza Khan put on a clinic, dismantling Tomo Endo of Japan 3-0 to book his place in the semis. The clash between Muhammad and Hanza at 5:30 PM is the must-watch match of the day—expect a battle of sheer intensity!

Hong Kong vs. Malaysia: A Spectacle in the Making

The quarterfinal between Andes Ling and Hong Tang had fans roaring in appreciation. Their dazzling footwork and rapid-fire rallies lit up the court, and in the end, Ling edged past Tang in a five-game thriller. Meanwhile, Malaysia’s Duncan Lee put in a dominant display against Hong Kong’s Shing Fung Lam, taking the match 3-1. The semifinals will surely keep the intensity at full throttle!

The energy is electric, the stakes are high, and only the best will survive the final stretch of the 2025 Swarmer SA Open. Grab your front-row seats, because today’s semifinals are set to deliver squash at its absolute finest!

Who will rise, who will fall, and who will claim the ultimate glory? Time to find out, come along to Next Generation, Memorial Drive to watch from 5.30pm today.

All matches are live streamed and can be viewed at SQUASHTV Live Streaming - YouTube

Summary of Quarter Final Results

Women’s

Risa Sugimoto (Japan) def Bobo Lam (Hong Kong) 11-13, 11-5, 11-5, 11-4

Ella Lash (New Zealand) def Rema Muniandy (Australia) 11-2, 11-8, 11-3

Toby Tse (Hong Kong) def Ka Huen Leung (Hong Kong) 5-11, 11-7, 11-6, 11-9

Sze Wing Wai (Hong Kong) def Akari Midorikawa (Japan) 11-8, 10-12, 5-11, 12-10, 11-4

Men’s

Muhammad Ashab Irfan (Pakistan) def Joachim Chuah (Malaysia) 11-6, 12-14, 8-11, 11-9, 11-8

Hamza Khan (Pakistan) def Tomo Endo (Japan) 11-6, 11-6, 12-10

Duncan Lee (Malaysia) def Shing Fung Lam (Hong Kong) 11-7, 9-11, 12-10, 11-4

Andes Ling (Hong Kong) def Ming Hong Tang (Hong Kong) 11-4, 11-5, 2-11, 4-11, 11-9