MALAYSIANSKINI | When professional squash player Sivasangari Subramaniam smiles, she radiates. In moments of triumph on the court, the smile is there - raw and real - along with raised arms, clenched fists, a sweat-soaked victorious gesture.

It’s an expression that reveals the long, grueling journey behind the moment - from recovering after a career-threatening car accident to rebuilding her strength with quiet resilience and relentless dedication, leading her back to the world stage.

The 26-year-old's unshaken calm under pressure has drawn admiration from elite commentators and fans alike, marking her not just as a fierce competitor but as a player in full command of her mental game.

It’s this quiet intensity that likely inspired the Professional Squash Association (PSA) to dub her the “Malaysian Tiger” about two years ago.

The PSA oversees the...