🏆 It’s official! Six days of world-class squash action awaits at the London Squash Classic taking place in September 2026 at the iconic Alexandra Palace. Read on for a preview and how to purchase tickets.
After its successful debut in 2024 and memorable 2025 edition, the London Squash Classic returns to north London in 2026. A PSA Gold-level event it will showcase some of the best male and female stars on the planet. Taking place between Wednesday 2 to Sunday 6 September, The Old Theatre at Alexandra Palace hosts the action. London Squash Classic tickets are on sale now!
In 2025, Egypt’s Amina Orfi reigned supreme in the women’s tournament. The No.2 seed and then 18-year-old beat the Belgian Star and No.4 seed Tinne Gilis 13-11, 11-7, 11-8. In the men’s tournament reigning champion and No.2 seed Paul Coll defended his title. The New Zealander saw off Welshman Joel Makin 13-11, 11-7, 11-8 to cap off a thrilling finals night at the Ally Pally.
The inaugural London Squash Classic in 2024 was also full of drama and excitement as Sivasangari Subramaniam and Paul Coll were crowned women’s and men’s champions respectively. Coll proved himself the squash king of London, following up his triumph earlier in the year at the Optasia Championship with victory in north London.
Who will take the spoils in 2026? All will be revealed at the famous Ally Pally.
SQUASH HISTORY
The London Squash Classic is a continuation of a rich history of elite-level squash established over two decades by the Canary Wharf Classic. A tournament won by world champions such as Mohamed ElShorbagy and Nick Matthew, as well as former world No.1 James Willstrop. In 2024 proposed refurbishments to the East Wintergarden venue – where the Canary Wharf Squash Classic had taken place since its launch in 2004 – were such that it can no longer host a squash event. And hence a new era was born in spring 2024 when the Canary Wharf Squash Classic was replaced by the London Squash Classic.
Get ready for some spectacular action on an all-glass court in north London. A stellar line-up of the male and female global stars are guaranteed to serve up some explosive entertainment. Get your tickets now to watch the action live!
LONDON SQUASH CLASSIC – TICKETS, TIMINGS & TRAVEL
🎟️ Tickets are on sale via the ‘Get Tickets’ link.
🏆 Matches start daily at 1pm and 6pm at Alexandra Palace.
🚊🚗 Travel tips: The closest railway station is Alexandra Palace overground at the Wood Green entrance to the park. It’s on the Great Northern line and trains run direct from Moorgate, via Old Street, Highbury & Islington and Finsbury Park. Or take a train from Kings Cross, changing at Finsbury Park. The nearest tube station is Wood Green on the Piccadilly line, a journey time of 20 minutes from Piccadilly Circus. Exit the station and go to bus stop A to pick the up the W3 bus to Alexandra Palace.
The W3 bus runs from Finsbury Park and Tottenham directly to the venue. If driving, the East car park is open most days. There are 1,200 parking spaces available on a first-come, first-served basis. The recommended donation is £3 per vehicle. This goes towards the costs of looking after the Palace and the Park. Plan your journey using the Transport for London website.
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