Nicol David Biography: Stats, Titles, Age, Net Worth, Wikipedia, Nationality, Siblings, Height, Parents

Nicol Ann David is a retired Malaysian professional squash player, widely regarded as the greatest female squash player of all time.

She dominated the sport in the early 21st century, holding the world number one ranking for an unprecedented 108 consecutive months from 2006 to 2015.

Throughout her illustrious career, she secured a record eight World Open titles (2005, 2006, 2008–2012, and 2014), five British Open titles, and nine Asian Squash Championship titles.

David also achieved a remarkable 51-match winning streak over 13 months from 2006 to 2007. She made history as the first player to win the World Junior title twice (1999 and 2001).

In 2018, she was voted the greatest female squash player of all time by fans in a Professional Squash Association poll. Nicol Ann David retired in June 2019, having amassed 81 professional titles throughout her career.

Profile

• Full Name: Nicol Ann David
• Stage Name: Nicol David
• Born: 26 August 1983
• Age: 41 years old
• Birthplace: Penang, Malaysia
• Nationality: Malaysian
• Occupation: Retired Malaysian professional squash player
• Height: 1.63 m
• Parents: Ann Marie David, Desmond David
• Siblings: Lianne Marie David, Cheryl Therese David
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: Unknown
• Relationship: Not Married
• Net Worth: RM 360 million

Early Life And Education

Nicol Ann David was born on August 26, 1983, in Penang, Malaysia, she is the daughter of Desmond and Ann Marie David.

Her father, Desmond, was an accomplished sportsman, representing Malaysia in football and Penang state in athletics and hockey. Her mother, Ann Marie, was an English teacher who dedicated 20 years to teaching at a Chinese boys’ school.

Nicol is the youngest of three siblings, with two older sisters, Lianne Marie David and Cheryl Therese David, both of whom were also skilled squash players and represented Malaysia at the state and national levels.

Nicol attended Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Convent Green Lane. She is of Malaysian ethnicity, though her religious background remains undisclosed.

Career

Nicol Ann David’s illustrious squash career began at a young age when she earned silver in the Under-14 category at the Penang State Junior Championship in 1992. This early achievement set the foundation for her remarkable rise in the sport.

David made history as the first player to win the World Junior Championship twice, in 1999 and 2001, a feat unmatched in women’s squash until 2007. Turning professional in 2000, she quickly made an impact, winning her first WISPA title at the Savcor Finnish Open at just 16 years old, becoming the youngest-ever titleholder.

Her ascent to the world’s top rankings was swift, culminating in her unprecedented 108-month reign as world number one from 2006 to 2015.

David’s dominance on the court was unmatched. She secured a record eight World Open titles, five British Open titles, and nine Asian Squash Championship titles.

In 2006, she began a 13-month, 51-match winning streak, a period that highlighted her incredible consistency and resilience. David’s impressive career longevity was exemplified when she broke the record for consecutive months in the top 10 rankings in 2016, surpassing Peter Nicol’s previous record.

Her excellence was further recognized with seven WSA Player of the Year awards and a record nine National Sportswoman of the Year accolades in Malaysia. In 2018, she was named the greatest women’s squash player of all time in a Professional Squash Association poll.

Off the court, David received numerous national honors, including the Order of Merit (Darjah Bakti) in 2008 and a Datukship, making her the youngest recipient of the award.

Her impact extended beyond sports, serving as Malaysia’s UNDP National Goodwill Ambassador and carrying the Olympic torch for the 2004 Athens Olympics.

After retiring in 2019, David’s legacy continued to grow. She was appointed Malaysia’s Deputy Chef De Mission for the Paris 2024 Olympics in March 2023 and was inducted into the PSA Hall of Fame in December 2024, cementing her status as one of the most influential and respected athletes in squash history.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @nicoldsquash

Personal Life

Nicol David is currently reported to be single, with no confirmed information or public records regarding a spouse or children. There are no verified details in the media about her being in a relationship or married at this time.

Net Worth

Nicol David’s net worth is estimated at RM 360 million, making her one of Malaysia’s wealthiest athletes. Her income stems from her successful squash career, with 81 professional titles, including eight World Open and five British Open championships.

In addition to prize money, she earned through endorsements, sponsorships, and appearances.