Mohamed Abouelghar – “The Bullet” Is Back
In this episode, I sit down with Mohamed Abouelghar, former World No.7 and now surging back up the rankings at No.15. Fresh off his spectacular China Open victory—his first title in five years and widely hailed as the best men’s final of the season—Abouelghar talks us through the match that had everyone buzzing: a thrilling showdown with the electric Yousef Ibrahim.
We dive into his long road back from knee surgery, the setbacks and frustrations along the way, and how he’s rediscovered the form that once made him one of the most dangerous players on tour. We also look at his season so far, what’s changed in his game and mindset, and what’s next as he continues his climb. We also take a bit of a dive into recent rule changes and officiating. Great chat!!
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Episode 380 Duncan Riddell - The Nick
In this episode, I’m joined by Duncan Riddell, a freelance squash writer whose new Substack, The Nick, should become one of the most exciting developments in the squash media landscape. Duncan is doing something rare in our sport: producing deep, thoughtful, long-form squash writing at a level of quality that frankly isn't easily accessible in the squash world.
We’ll be diving into his latest pieces, exploring the ideas behind them, and discussing what readers can expect from upcoming features on The Nick. If you’re passionate about squash, storytelling, and elevating the way our sport is covered, you won’t want to miss this conversation.
Check out Duncan’s work here: https://duncanriddell.substack.com/
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Episode 379 Jesse Englebrecht - SportMind
Jesse shares the story behind his transition from the court to the mental game, how SportMind has evolved into where the very best in the world go to for their mental game, and the innovative ways his SportMind app is helping athletes build resilience, focus, and confidence. We also dive into his current work with some of the world’s top squash professionals, including Victor Crouin, Sabrina Sobhy and Tinne Giles, and we discuss how the mental side of the game continues to shape the future of high-performance sport.
Whether you’re a coach, player, or simply fascinated by the psychology of performance, this conversation offers deep insights into the mindset of champions and the evolution of a brand redefining how athletes think, train, and compete.
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Episode 378 Sang Hoon Lee - Squash Korea and the 2026 World Teams
The 2026 World Team Championships are headed to Cheongju, South Korea — marking the first time the country will host an event of this scale. Joining me is Sang Hoon Lee, who helps set the stage by sharing insights into Squash Korea, the successful bid, and the Cheongju venue itself. We also look back on the incredible performance of the Korean Junior Men’s Team — with a special focus on Na Ju Young — one year after their unforgettable run at the 2024 World Juniors.
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Episode 377 Timmy Brownell
The “smartest and best squash player in the room” label fits Timmy Brownell perfectly. Timmy joins the pod to talk about his big win in Charlottesville, his outlook for the upcoming season, and his bold ideas for cleaning up the game—especially when it comes to asking for lets. He also breaks down the National Squash League, the draft, and what fans can expect in the season ahead. An awesome, insightful, fun chat with one of the game’s sharpest minds.
In Squash is a squash podcast that we've all been waiting for. Interviews and conversations with world class players, coaches, squash media, referees, and enthusiasts like myself, and anyone else who is a friend of the game. Enjoy the squash podcast.
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