Nicol David is regarded as the greatest squash player of all time, winning multiple international medals and holding the world number 1 position for 108 consecutive months. In June 2022, she launched the Nicol David Organisation to empower the next generation through sport and education. Nicol holds a Doctorate in Science from Universiti Sains Malaysia and an honorary Doctorate from Heriot-Watt University. She is also an Academy Member for Laureus and served as National Goodwill Ambassador for UNDP Malaysia. In 2024, she was Deputy Chef de Mission for the Malaysian contingent at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
“Representing Malaysia in the sport of squash for over 20 years was an incredible experience. It was also a big responsibility to serve as a role model for young athletes in my country and around the world, promoting the values of clean sport and the importance of fair play. I took pride in the sense that I worked really hard for every single victory I had throughout my career and that I gave it my best at every point of my life. This is thanks to the positive influence of my parents who guided me to treat everyone, including my opponents, with the utmost respect and to be a good person. I hope to be a positive influence for more athletes by advocating for clean sport to current and aspiring athletes of the future.”
