Sports · 10 August 2026

Suraj Kumar Chand Becomes First Indian to Win FISU World University Squash Title

Exam-focused facts from the 10 August 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • Suraj Kumar Chand won the men's singles gold at the 2026 FISU World University Championship Squash in Mumbai.
  • He defeated Hungary's Benedek Takacs 3-2 in the final.
  • The final was held at the Somaiya Vidyavihar University campus.
  • This was India's maiden gold at the FISU World University Squash Championship.

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