ROTTERDAM: Nicol David created history by winning her sixth world title in emphatic fashion at the Luxor Theatre here yesterday with the promise of more to come.
The undisputed queen of world squash was in devastating form as she pulverised long-time rival and world No. 2 Jenny Duncalf of England 11-2, 11-5, 11-0 in just 29 minutes in the final of the World Open.
It was a perfect six for Nicol – six wins from six finals at the world meet, making her the most successful woman player in the history of the game.
Ruthless: Malaysia's Nicol David (right) returning a shot to England's Jenny Duncalf during their World Open squash final in Rotterdam Sunday. — AFP
She had earlier shared the honour, five titles apiece, with her mentor Sarah FitzGerald of Australia.
The triumph is the latest narrative in the storied life of Malaysia's greatest sports star. The 28-year-old Nicol, who turned pro in 2000, won her other world titles in Hong Kong (2005), Belfast, Northern Ireland (2006), Manchester (2008), Amsterdam (2009) and Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, last year.
The world crown yesterday was also Nicol's 56th Wispa title and ninth of the year.
It was her 27th win over Duncalf in 29 meetings. Nicol received US$21,188 while Duncalf pocketed US$13,656.
Nicol David celebrates with her trophy after winning the final squash match against England's Jenny Duncalf during the World Open, at the Luxor Theater in Rotterdam on Sunday.
"My only wish now is to play in the Olympics. I would happily trade my six world titles for the sport to be included in the Olympic Games," said Nicol, adding that she wasn't done winning titles yet - not by a long shot.
Source: The Star
A big congratulations to Nicol - one of the best athlete which Malaysia ever produced, at least in the last 20 years.
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