One Game for All the Marbles

Nick Matthew, the #8 seed, has come all the way back from 0-2 down against the reigning World Champion, #3 seed Ramy Ashour to knot matters at 2-all after 73 minutes of play heading into a decisive 5th game in the finals of the 2009 Davenport North American Open.

Both players appear to be laboring a bit as they play their 5th match of the week. Matthew seemed to have some tightness in his hips or upper leg early in the 4th game and did some stretching on-court in an attempt to stay loose.

Fitness and sangfroid under pressure will determine who will bring home this coveted championship.

Stay tuned...