Indian squash prodigy Amarya Bajaj wins Dutch Junior open U-13 Boys’ title

India’s young squash sensation Amarya Bajaj has achieved a major milestone by winning the Dutch Junior Open 2026 Under-13 Boys’ title, defeating England’s Daniel Stevenson in the final.

The 13-year-old displayed remarkable skill, confidence and composure throughout the tournament, overcoming some of the top junior players from across the world. In the title clash, Bajaj defeated Stevenson 3-1 to secure the prestigious championship.

Amarya had a dominant run in the competition, beginning with a straight-games victory in the opening round. He continued his impressive form by defeating England’s Arlo Smith and later stunned Singapore’s top seed Kaelen Low with a commanding 3-0 win in the pre-quarterfinals.

The young Indian continued his winning streak by defeating Egypt’s Badr Hassan in the quarterfinal before overcoming another tough opponent in the semifinals to reach the final. His performances highlighted his consistency, mental strength and ability to compete against leading international talent.

The Dutch Junior Open title adds to Amarya Bajaj’s growing list of achievements. His recent performances, including a medal-winning campaign at the Asian Junior Championships, have marked him as one of India’s promising young squash talents.

The victory is also a boost for Indian squash, which continues to see a rise in junior talent making a mark on the international stage.