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Credit to these two players for playing such a fair match even when the stakes were high. I hope others can follow their lead.

That was the best squash I've seen Makin play! He will be dangerous if he keeps that up. On the other hand, Coll played exceptionally even after the 90 min match with Farag

@cookesam6

Жыл бұрын

​@Kwistenbiebel200 yeah I think that was the killer blow for makin. Had he had an easy SF, this match would've been veeery different

@gamolly

Жыл бұрын

Coll's stamina and recovery is unparalleled I think.

Amazing match. Really glad that coll has found his form once again.

Great match Coll living up to his nickname. Credit to the canary wharf organisers too fantastic camera quality and atmosphere

Great tournament! Great squash ! Great sportsmanship ! I'm in ❤ with squash again

This gives me hope for hardworking honest squash players like Ali Paul Joe great results worth every bit

Joel started like a rocket, all those nicks, reminds of how the Aussie's used to play back in the day. Well done Paul, you played so well. As per usual the match was played in good spirit and sportsmanship.

Coll very consistent. He’s a machine I feel the ref should just stop the point when there is a big wet patch and they are just hitting lengths down the backhand side. Why wait till the ball goes into that area to stop…

@restogoose1822

Жыл бұрын

Because if they are playing away from the affected area then it’s not a safety issue and the rally can continue. Once the play moves towards the affected area it becomes a safety issue for the players and the rally is stopped.

@dontwatchdotorg

Жыл бұрын

@@restogoose1822 It's a safety issue either way, if you're only stopping play once someone already moves into that corner again

@alexanderlinton6946

Жыл бұрын

@@restogoose1822 I understand the reasoning behind the rules, but just think it’s wrong. It’s dangerous to let the players play on and possibly slip, particularly when one doesn’t have a clear advantage in the rally. No point letting somebody possibly skid on it and sprain their ankle

@cookesam6

Жыл бұрын

I think as soon as the player who caused the sweat patch shows they are still in the rally (e.g. retrieves their next shot) the rally should be stopped, so I agree.

@tonytan5945

Жыл бұрын

It was the correct call, play on until ball goes back into danger slippery area. No point stopping it too soon as it then only benefits the diver.

Decent match. Congratulations to Coll. I think the semis were more interesting.

@cookesam6

Жыл бұрын

I think after 4 days of matches makin was just a bit weathered. It's a shame that's how tournaments work but can't do much about it!

@The_Regular_Player

Жыл бұрын

Makin vs Asal was awesome. The White Tiger is in dangerous form

Makin working on his highlight reel in this game. Phenomenal nick after nick!

@cookesam6

Жыл бұрын

Some bloody good points there hey!

Look! A proper squash match!

Where's the Makin vs Asal semi final?????

@cookesam6

Жыл бұрын

On PSA TV 😉

@colum9675

Жыл бұрын

@@cookesam6 I am aware. It was a controversial semi. Seems 'convenient' only one was shown. Undermines how well Makin played to get to the final.

A final with no Egyptions, victory for the game of squash

Love these two

Flawless game by Coll

@simonburrows240

Жыл бұрын

Apart from the first game.

good match

Very similar tactics with these two players - go long and hard rallies every time. The only real difference I find is that coll holds his shots a bit more, and has dropshot kill shots. What do you reckon?

@Orbituation

Жыл бұрын

Even though that could largely be their general game plan, that's slightly trivializing the strengths of the two players. These two tournaments is one of the most attacking I've seen Joel play, and I'm very glad he found this happy place that's helped him beat the World #1,2,5,6,7,8 in two weeks. This really shuts up the naysayers because this proves he has the potential to start winning the major tournaments, rather than "just" a top 10 placeholder. Coll is also transforming his game over the past year now, unfortunately it seems the last few months has been a "get worse before you get better" situation. I haven't really seen too much of the holds until this match really, but seems when his short game is on point he can be patient while being really deadly. Really enjoyed watching this highlight, definitely far from the long, boring drilling session these non-Egyptian haters have been anticipating.

@cookesam6

Жыл бұрын

@Orbituation true, I think im basing my comment on how they were played a year or more ago. I just know they both usually play very long games!

Porque no suben todo el partidos? 😢

Was hoping maken would win, he didn’t play as well as he usually does.

@peterhammer6915

Жыл бұрын

Coll played better in this tournament than in a very long time. With this form he can beat anybody.

@liamstephennaidoo

Жыл бұрын

​@@peterhammer6915 still can't beat assal

@bzijp

Жыл бұрын

@@liamstephennaidoo You mean that self-centered cheating individual that's being cast out, even by the PSA?

@cookesam6

Жыл бұрын

Who's maken? Spell their names right

@peterhammer6915

Жыл бұрын

@@liamstephennaidoo who is assal? Never heard of him.

Coll the best

No Egyptians...wow!

Please can you share the Makin Vs asal match?

@squashtv

Жыл бұрын

You can watch highlights of that match for free here 👉 www.squash.tv/highlights/asal-v-makin-canary-wharf-classic-2023-sf-highlights/

When you lead 2 set to 1, and 8/3 in the last game, stop discussing with the red stay in your game ! 😂 😊 Congrats to Coll for the win 👏🏻

@cookesam6

Жыл бұрын

Think they've got a valid reason to be annoyed though - why stop play only when a player is close to the sweat patch? Knowing this will happen, players will avoid hitting to the sweat patch area to keep play going, which constitutes "disruption to play" It's a weird rule that PSA have in place

Joel is coming, I’m telling you, Makin is coming 100%.

For the life of me I don't understand why Makin just went all out attacking against the sponge that is Coll. It was kind of infuriating to see him tire himself out like that. He would hit a really hard crosscourt, Coll would lift it calmly and then Makin would angrily hit another ball in the middle of the court, which Coll would then make him pay for. Again and again. Like how did Makin's coach not see that?

No Egyptian in a major final ? You must be kidding me !

@cookesam6

Жыл бұрын

Good to see hey!

@peterhammer6915

Жыл бұрын

Egyptians play boring squash. Deservedly not in the finals.

That OTT celebration is not a good look. Great match though

I just can’t warm to Coll. Anyone else think he comes across arrogant? Maybe it’s just his celebrations but you don’t see Farag celebrating like that.

@peterhammer6915

Жыл бұрын

Arrogant? Coll? What??

@sabbialmighty7249

Жыл бұрын

the man won the whole tournament with some tough matches, let him celebrate how he wants.

The style of squash was kind of boring to watch with two defensive specialist but fair play to both for the tough contest.

@cookesam6

Жыл бұрын

Good to see defence vs defence tho! Taste of their own medicine haha. Made both of them try to attack a bit more - makin did actually make some sweet kills

@peterhammer6915

Жыл бұрын

@@cookesam6 exactly. Bitter Egyptians complaining because they were not even in the final.

That was the most boring squash final I’ve seen for along time, Paul game plan was simple keep it deep when Joel plays loose boast,drop, wow that was easy wasn’t it , Joel had a great tournament beating top rank players but he mentally knew Paul was going to keep him out there as long as possible, Paul back playing the boring squash that got him top of rankings.

@bens.6458

Жыл бұрын

Coll was hitting pretty loose at times, but Makin didn’t attack. He had his chances. The semis were better, but still a fantastic tournament.

@peterhammer6915

Жыл бұрын

Coll played fantastic squash. Especially in the semis agains Faraq. Great that he is back at the top again. Makin had no chance whatsoever.

@Orbituation

Жыл бұрын

You really haven't given Coll enough credit, this was his best short game I've seen over the last months. And it is remarkable to stay patient with his game plan even after the barrage of winners Joel was playing. And please, these professionals are playing for a living. If playing "boring" (highly debatable) squash gets him to the top vs playing undisciplined squash and staying mediocre, what'd you reckon?

@matthewmok4474

Жыл бұрын

How is this even boring lmao nice joke buddy

Great Player's, TOP