Anahata Singh, 14, who lives in Delhi, has done wonders in the world of sports. Usually children of this age are involved in school bags and video games, but Anahata has traveled to the Commonwealth Games at this young age.
She is the youngest player of these games going on in Birmingham. Anahata has won her round of 64 match in squash on Friday. This is the first win of his career in the senior category. In the opening match, she defeated Jada Ross of St. Vincent, 6 years older than her, 11-5 11-2 11-0.
Watch the video of Anahata's victory
Said after victory – I had nothing to lose
After the win, Anahata said, “It is actually very exciting and fun. This is my first senior tournament, so I didn't know what to expect, but as the match progressed, my confidence grew. I had nothing to lose. A lot of people from my family are here and they were all cheering me loudly.
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The coach said - they have a good understanding of the court
After the memorable win, coach Chris Walker said: "He has great problem-solving skills. she is very smart. She has a good understanding of the court and makes good use of the racket. At 14, you just want to help develop that talent. The little time I've spent working with him has been a lot of fun. This is very exciting for the future. She is a lovely girl.'
The coach further added that Anahata has a great attitude towards all this attention. She is just enjoying the journey. He won the third game 11–0, with no chance of losing. She plays with all seriousness. When she is playing, there is maturity in her game. Anahata was picked in the Indian team after his impressive performances at the under-15 level, which also included wins at the Asian Junior Squash and German Open this year.
Anahata won the first three games.
Anahata won the first three games.
Happy little sisters...
Anahata's younger sisters had sent her wishes the day before. You also listen what these girls had to say...
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used to play squash with sister
At present, when 9th class student Anahata was 6 years old, she used to go to play squash with her sister, but then she had to make a career in badminton. He did not know when Anahata fell in love with squash while playing with her sister. After 2 years from the age of 8, Anahata started taking the sport seriously.
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