Victor Crouin wins fourth consecutive European squash title

French squash player Victor Crouin secured his fourth consecutive European individual title on August 22, 2026, in Budapest, Hungary. The world number six won the final against Switzerland's Dimitri Steinmann with a straight-set score of 3-0 (11-2, 11-7, 12-10).

Crouin's victory marks a significant achievement in continental squash, making him the second most titled player in the competition's history, trailing only his compatriot Grégory Gaultier. Throughout the tournament, Crouin faced several challenges, including a four-game semifinal against Spain's Bernat Jaume and a lengthy match against Mohamed Elsherbin.

With the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics approaching, Crouin noted that while he felt some nerves and frustration during the week, the title fulfills a primary seasonal objective. He remains a dominant force in European squash, having lost only one European championship final since 2022.