Former World No.49 Nikki Todd has shared her excitement ahead of the 2026 Ontario Wheelchair Doubles Squash Championships, an event that will showcase a high-level of skill, competition, and community on court.
Squash Ontario will host the SOHO Hotel Ontario Wheelchair Doubles Squash Championships at the Toronto Cricket, Skating & Curling Club, which will kick off on Sunday, 17 May until Wednesday, 20 May 2026.
Welcoming local residents to compete in the Men’s and Open divisions, the event will aim to showcase a high level of Wheelchair squash doubles, a game played between two teams of a wheelchair athlete and an able-bodied player on each team.
This year’s event will see players battle it out to be crowned the Ontario Wheelchair Doubles Squash Champions, and the two finalists will compete with former World No.49 and the 2026 Canadian Women’s Open Doubles Champion, Nikki Todd, as well as eight-time Canadian Men’s Open Doubles Champion and the 2026 Champion, Robin Clarke, as the able-bodied body partners.
The high level of competition will aim to bring together the squash community, and will also showcase the sport’s inclusivity, as Nikki Todd added: “Events like this are important because they show that squash is a sport for everyone.
“Squash has always been a special community that brings people together, and it shows how inclusive and adaptable our sport can be while still maintaining a high level of competition.”
She continued: “I think an event like this will also encourage clubs and communities to think more creatively about making squash more accessible for everyone. And I think spectators will come away with a new appreciation for the skill, strategy, and athleticism required by the wheelchair athletes.”
Wheelchair doubles squash focuses on hand-eye coordination and manoeuvring in tight spaces on the court, whilst also offering an intense physical workout with long rallies.
And as a rapidly developing, and multi-directional sport, Todd shared how she will be preparing for the event, she said: “I’ll be focusing on learning how to best complement my partner’s strengths, understanding spacing on court, and trying to make smart tactical decisions.
“At the same time, I think being adaptable, open to learning, and communicating with my partner will be a big part of the preparation process.”
And with the event being the first in the province, she detailed how there is a lot of excitement surrounding the championships, and there is hope for a strong turnout from both players and spectators.
Todd said: “The Cricket Club is known for running great tournaments and events, so I am sure the membership will get behind this one!
“It will likely be the first time many people are seeing it live, which will allow them to truly appreciate the skill and competitiveness of the game. It’s also the first provincial championships, which hopefully will encourage more provinces to take part.”
She continued: “The more eyes we can get on events like this, the more momentum we can create for future participation, support, and development within the sport!”
