This match marked an important breakthrough win for English prodigy James Willstrop.

Once more Britain’s great prospect James Willstrop showed why he will very soon stand atop the world of professional squash. In four games of this best-of-seven final he dominated Thierry Lincou with his speed of thought and body, his superb all-court coverage and his clinical finishing. In the final game of his 4/2 win he produced a series of cutting winners that left the usually agile Frenchman standing.

This was a fine exhibition of just how far squash has come from the attritional game of 25 years ago as well as showing how very demanding the sport has become due to the speed with which it is played. Maybe the shorter game – to nine points – is necessary to stop the players’ bodies falling apart.

It was a good 77 minute match with drama and changing fotunes. I doubt if any of the fans went home disappointed.Lincou gave tribute to his young opponent but the evidence was there for all to see: Willstrop is a very special player and a very valuable addition to the sport of squash.

SCORELINE: James Willstrop (Eng) bt Thierry Lincou (Fra) 9-7, 9-5, 5-9, 9-4, 9-10, 9-2 (77mins)

All recorded from rear of the court in high fidelity; no narration but with voice of referee.

The DvD in NTSC version will play on USA, far East and multi-function; multi-region players (including computers); if in Europe must request PAL format IF you DO NOT have above listed devices. (Allow one week extra for PAL).