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31 May, 2026

Yasshmita stretches top seed in Brazil

Negeri Sembilan squash player Yasshmita reaches the semi-finals at the Curitiba Open in Brazil, pushing world top ed Marta Dominguez to five games.

Editorial.

Watching Yasshmita push top seed Marta Dominguez of Spain all the way to five games at the Curitiba Open is exactly the kind of performance that reminds us why we invest in young Malaysian talent. As a Negeri Sembilan athlete, her journey resonates deeply with us, and her resilience on the international stage reflects the values we try to nurture through our sports and community initiatives. We are proud to be part of her story and we are rooting for more from her. Find out more about how we support youth and sporting talent.

The Story.

Malaysian squash player J. Yasshmita produced a strong performance at the Curitiba Open in Brazil, reaching the semi-finals before narrowly losing to top seed Marta Dominguez of Spain in a five-game battle. Despite the defeat, Yasshmita pushed the higher-ranked player all the way, demonstrating resilience and competitiveness on the international stage.

The Negeri Sembilan-born player, ranked among Malaysia’s rising squash talents, continued her consistent run of performances in international tournaments, further strengthening her standing in the professional circuit.

Yasshmita’s achievement reflects the values of perseverance, excellence, and continuous development that the company promotes through its support of youth and sports initiatives.

Her success is particularly meaningful as she is a Negeri Sembilan athlete, aligning with Matrix’s commitment to nurturing local talent and empowering young Malaysians to excel on the international stage.