The aim of the partnership is to bring squash into the world of esports.

Both the WSF and GEF will work together with Refract - GEF’s global partner for interactive technology, to develop technology that will help towards the aim of bringing squash into the esports sector and in turn promoting it to a new audience.

The WSF is the latest International Sports Federation to partner with GEF, following in the footsteps of World Taekwondo and the International Tennis Federation.

"The inclusion of the World Squash Federation as a member of the GEF presents new opportunities for the sport to evolve," said WSF chief executive William Louis-Marie.

"Squash is already one of the most entertaining racket sports in the world with players recognised for their outstanding athleticism and stamina.

"Working with the right partners, including technologists and publishers within the esports community and the GEF, will allow our passionate squash community to strongly engage with esports and inspire a new generation of squash players and spectators."

GEF President Chris Chan said: "The addition of new International Federation members is testament to the vital work the Global Esports Federation has put in to develop the community and connection among esports, active esports, and traditional sport.

"We anticipate greater collaboration among our members and partners in developing initiatives that are a service to the esports community through this #worldconnected platform."

Based in Singapore, the GEF features representatives from various fields who aim to improve understanding and awareness of esports.

The GEF describes itself as "the voice and world authority for the worldwide esports movement."

It annually organises a Global Esports Games, described as the federation's flagship event.