Who Will Win The First Gold?
Following the world’s elite squash players on the road to LA28, as 16 men and 16 women fight for the chance to become the first Olympic gold medallists in squash history.
Squash Has Waited a Lifetime for This
After decades of passion, sacrifice and near misses, squash is finally coming to the Olympic Games at LA28. The First Gold follows the world’s best as they battle for ranking points, chase qualification and handle the pressure of history on their shoulders. We bring you closer to the players, the rivalries, the milestones and the moments that will define who makes it.
The Race for 32 Places
One Dream:
Olympic Gold
World Rankings
Top players earn qualification through their position in the official world rankings.
Continental Routes
Eligible continental champions can punch their ticket to the Olympic Games.
Host Nation Place
The host nation receives access to a designated qualification opportunity.
Final Qualifier
A final qualification event provides one last route to the remaining places.
Universality Places
Opportunities support broader representation from eligible National Olympic Committees.
What We’ll Cover
Player Watch
Spotlights on the players, their stories, their form and the rivalries developing on the road to LA28.
Qualification Race
Tracking rankings, tournament results and every crucial point that could decide who reaches the Olympic Games.
Tournament Reaction
Analysis, opinions and immediate reaction from the biggest events throughout the international squash calendar.
Nick The Ball
Opinionated. Loud. Usually right. Nick delivers his own unmistakable view of the race for Olympic history.
Meet Nick The Ball
Nick The Ball is a one-match squash veteran, retired after just four games. Now he offers sharp, opinionated commentary on the sport that discarded him. Be Professional or Go Home.
Visit the Official Nick The Ball Website
Follow the Race to History
Every point. Every match. Every story. Follow the journey as squash’s greatest players compete for the chance to become the first Olympic gold medallists in the sport’s history.