Squash: David shines even if Olympics remain elusive


  • Squash
  • Monday, 01 Feb 2021

FILE PHOTO: Malaysia's Nicol David (R) celebrates after winning their women's single squash match final against her compatriot Low Wee Wern at the Yeorumul Squash Courts during the 17th Asian Games in Incheon September 23, 2014. REUTERS/Issei Kato

LONDON (Reuters) - She was never given the chance to shine on an Olympic stage, but squash superstar Nicol David may derive some compensation from being named the World Games Greatest Athlete of All Time.

Winning the accolade on Monday with almost three times as many votes as the runner-up, the Malaysian said she hoped the award would help to boost the profile of a sport seemingly unloved in key quarters.

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