World-class professional squash is set to return to the island next month as the 2026 STARR Bermuda Open takes center stage from April 14th–18th at the Bermuda Squash Club in Devonshire. The prestigious PSA Copper level tournament will feature a total prize purse of $62,000, split equally between the men’s and women’s draws.
The championship will showcase a world-class field of 48 professional athletes, with 24 men and 24 women traveling from across the globe to compete for the title of Bermuda Open Champion.
Leading the charge in the women's draw is top seed Sabrina Sobhy. Currently ranked World No. 18, the American star recently returned to the world’s top twenty and will be a firm favorite for the title. She is expected to face a significant challenge from second-seeded Lucy Turmel of England, currently ranked No. 31 in the world.
In the men's division, Egyptian standout Karim El Torky enters as the top seed. He will be tested by a formidable chasing pack led by veteran second seed Miguel Rodriguez, the Colombian former World No. 4 known for his incredible athleticism.
Local hopes will rest squarely on the shoulders of Taylor Carrick, the island’s only current touring professional. Carrick, who recently competed at the Toronto Classic and reached the final of the Bermuda National Squash Championships, will look to capitalize on home-court advantage against the high-caliber international field.
The tournament also features a strong Caribbean contingent, including reigning Caribbean champions Meagan Best and Khamal Cumberbatch of Barbados, both of whom claimed gold at last November's championships in Guyana. They will be joined by regional professionals Margot Prow (Barbados) and Mary Fung-A-Fat (Guyana) in a competitive women’s draw.
The 2026 edition is supported by a robust lineup of sponsors, with STARR (formerly IQUW) serving as the title sponsor. They are joined by ORBIS as the Platinum Sponsor, alongside Gold Sponsors ARCH and CHUBB Bermuda, Silver Sponsor QBE Re., and additional support from Goslings and Pals.
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