Kijan Sultana Finishes Runner‑Up at PSA Satellite Tournament in Australia

Malta’s leading squash player, Kijan Sultana, delivered an impressive performance at the Gladstone PSA Satellite 2026 tournament in Australia, finishing as runner‑up after a series of commanding displays. Competing against a strong international field, Sultana once again demonstrated his growing stature on the professional circuit.

After receiving a first‑round bye, Sultana opened his campaign with a confident 3–0 victory over Gianluca Bushell‑O’Connor, winning 12–10, 11–4, 11–2. He followed this with one of the standout performances of the tournament, defeating top seed Brendan MacDonald in a hard‑fought 3–1 semi‑final (11–8, 11–13, 11–9, 11–5), securing his place in the championship match.

In the final, Sultana made a strong start by taking the opening game against James Lloyd, but his opponent rallied to win the match 3–1. Despite the result, Sultana’s runner‑up finish marks another encouraging milestone in his international career.

Sultana is currently training in Australia through the Malta Sport Scholarships Scheme, funded by the Government of Malta. His international participation continues to be supported by the Maltese Olympic Committee, SportMalta, and Malta Squash, ensuring he remains well‑prepared for future competitions.

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