CHENNAI: Hosts India topped their pool on day three of the SDAT Squash World Cup after a commanding win over Brazil at Express Avenue Mall on Thursday.

The victory confirmed their place in the quarter-final, where they will meet South Africa, who drew 2-2 with Hong Kong, China, in Pool A.

India began the tie with an automatic lead after Joshna Chinappa was awarded a walkover, with Bruna Marchesi Petrillo ruled out of the event. The remaining players quickly built on that advantage.

National champion Velavan Senthilkumar, opened proceedings against Pedro Mometto and produced a composed performance to win in straight games.

Anahat Singh, who shot to prominence at the 2022 Commonwealth Games at just 14, followed with a dominant display against 18-year-old Laura Silva, winning 7-4, 7-0, 7

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