Bentick continues his hold on Penang Masters Squash title
FOR THE THIRD successive year, Vincentian, James Bentick has bucketed the Over-55 age group at the Penang Masters Squash title in Malaysia- November 7-9, 2025 with a spotless display at the Nicol David International Squash Centre.
In the process, Bentick comfortably defeated all who faced him.
Bentick first saw off Gary Wong in straight sets, 11-5, 11-6, 11-6 in the quarter finals.
Competing against ChowYut Hong in the semi-finals, Bentick again won easily 11-2, 11-5, 11-3.
The grand finale was a similar tale, as Bentick stopped Tan Tian Huat 11-9, 11-5, 11-6.
Reflecting on his win, Bentick said, “ I achieved this and I’m extremely happy with my performance”.
Underlining the fact that he won the title without dropping a set, Bentick added, “I have defended this title without dropping a single game throughout the event. This was one of my goals. It’s not just about winning, it’s about showing consistency and dominance”.
Bentick dedicated his win to a longstanding friend, Kobie Khan, who died recently.
The multiple winner in Malaysian Squash Championships , Bentick referred to Khan as his “ son”.
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