Egypt’s four-time World Champion and former World No. 1, Ali Farag, has announced on Wednesday 28 May his immediate retirement from professional squash, a decision that has sent ripples through the sports community. Farag, who was ranked No. 2 in the Professional Squash Association (PSA) World Rankings at the time of his retirement, made this announcement shortly after competing in his fifth World Championship final in Chicago, where he finished as the runner-up. His retirement, at 33, marks the end of an illustrious career that has seen him become one of the greatest players in the history of the sport. Farag’s career is distinguished by an impressive collection of titles, including four PSA World Championships and multiple prestigious tournament victories. Over his career, he spent an extraordinary 238 weeks at the top of the world rankings. Known for his elegant and strategic playing style, Farag earned the nickname “Professor on Court,” reflecting both his academic background (A Harvard graduate) and his tactical approach to the game. As he steps away from the court, Farag reflected on the journey that shaped him, both as an athlete and as a person. He…
