21-Apr-03
World star Heath in
Maidstone Open
One of the most stylish squash players in the world will be
dazzling the crowds in this year’s Maidstone Open, the final event in
the BSPA Prince Grand Prix circuit for 2002/03.
Scotland’s World No.12 Martin Heath confirmed his entry this week and
goes into the draw as top seed.
The star-studded event takes place at Maidstone Squash Club over the weekend
of May 9-11.
Heath, 29, reached a career-best position of four in the world three years
ago but has slipped down the rankings because of injuries.
However, last week he showed he is back to top form when he beat world No.5
John White to win the Scottish National Championships in Aberdeen.
Maidstone Open tournament director Alan Thatcher said: “We are
delighted to have a player of Martin’s calibre in the draw. He is one of the
most skilful and gifted players in the game and spectators will be amazed
his repertoire of shots.”
Reigning champion Nick Matthew, from Yorkshire, will be back to
defend the title he won in sensational fashion last year by coming back from
11-4 down in the fifth game to beat top seed Peter Genever, from Sussex, in
the final.
Kent star Adrian Grant, now up to a career-high 27 in the world, will
also be competing. |
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