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Jaania Singh 15, Squash Champ, Chandigarh

Jaania decoded considered one of the most promising Indian squash players, the young woman represented India in the World Junior Championship in the under-19 category held in July in Chennai this year. She also carried the countrys flag twice, first at the Asian Junior Individual Squash Championship 2015 in Iran and again in 2016 in Malaysia in the girls under-15 category. She also represented India at the Asian Junior Squash Championship 2017 in Jordan. HELLO SQUASH Singh credits her father Amanpreet Singh for introducing her to the game at the age of eight.

A state-level shooter and mountain Car Rally Champion (1990), my father ensured that my brother and I developed an interest in squash. We were taught in a fun way with sans any pressure, she says.

Fighting fit Since the game demands a high level of stamina, Singh says that her lifestyle is all about discipline. This sport is about both physical and mental strength. So, I make it

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