Date:06/09/2006 URL: http://www.thehindu.com/2006/09/06/stories/2006090602572100.htm

Sport - Squash

Gaultier, Palmer in last four

CAIRO : Gregory Gaultier earned himself a showdown with Amr Shabana, the defending champion from Egypt, on Monday and made sure that two Frenchmen reached the semifinals of the World squash open for the first time with a display almost as brilliant as the nearby illuminated pyramids at night.

The European champion also signalled himself as title contender with the way in which he beat Ramy Ashour, the World junior champion from Egypt in straight games 11-10, 11-9, 11-2.

David Palmer looked impressive in his win against his friend and compatriot, Anthony Ricketts.

The results (quarterfinals):

David Palmer (Aus) bt Anthony Ricketts (Aus) 9-11, 11-3, 11-6, 11-7; Gregory Gaultier (Fra) bt Ramy Ashour (Egy) 11-10, 11-9, 11-2. — Agencies