🇪🇬 Asal v Farag 🇪🇬 | Hong Kong Squash Open 2024 | FINAL HIGHLIGHTS

[@squashtv]

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[@abdiver12]

I've been watching squash a LONG time, since the Jahangir years, and Asal is one of the greatest talents I've ever seen. Never seen a guy that size move with that kind of agility and explosiveness. I also want to congratulate him for turning over a new leaf when it comes to sportsmanship and fairness. I truly believe in giving people a second (or even third) chance to correct their ways and he seems to have done so. Bravo Mostafa (and James Willstrop).

[@ianthomas739]

I am of the same opinion. Back in my playing days, I used to think there could never be a better player than Geoff Hunt - but that was also a LONG time ago. Think we could both guess what the score would be between Geoff and Asal if they could have played in today's arena.

[@samelgore7575]

If Asal's body holds, I can see him at the top of this sport for the next decade or so. He may even contend for a spot on the best players ever list. He needs to take care of his body and perhaps lose some weight to lessen the load on his joints.

[@FinancialFreebo]

As I was reading your comment, I was already thinking the same. He shd trim up 20 pounds. It would be better on knees, hips, and he would only get faster.

[@abdiver12]

@@FinancialFreebo He said in his post match interview that he didn't eat a carb for 3 weeks straight after his last event so I think he's already following that advice and trying to get leaner.

[@krusepl61]

We don't want to see ref involvement edited out of videos.

[@ohnorb]

ah these people ruin everything

[@cscoetzee]

Window-dressing required. Not a good look for squash.

[@gnfcom]

i believe we can already see james wilstrops influence in asals game, a little more control in his power and tactics in his game. not a fan of asal but i certaninly apreciate these improvements since hes probably going to stay as a top4 these following years

[@chemobearxo902]

Definitely, seen it with some of the fake shots he’s been playing in the earlier rounds as well

[@lindamudzonga2628]

No, we see the influence of his Egyptian coaches that groomed him and brought him to where he is.

[@Siatkowkarzadzi]

​@@lindamudzonga2628He's main coach is Willstrop, so no - any hanges seen now are mostly his impact

[@hosa89]

@@lindamudzonga2628these guys want to take credit for any egyptian players and coaches success

[@inqurious]

The commentators mention lots of refs getting involved and lots of play stoppage. We don't see it in the video since I think the highlights edit them out now. He's gotten better but we might also be having it hidden from us in the highlights

[@tejveersinghuberoi6998]

The mics are terrible 😡

[@mortazbeyyy]

People will find any reason to complain

[@simonbarker4017]

Camera too

[@edz1228]

i hope you have a voice of an angel

[@Bast-kavothe]

Not just the mics. One or both of them were messing about with water bottles and drinking very audibly on the full length version. Very gross, distracting and unprofessional. Ugh.

[@jonayer659]

Can you commentators?

[@mv11000]

The intern should check the video before uploading

[@muneeb241]

Lol

[@Siatkowkarzadzi]

Exactly 😂

[@edz1228]

does your parents check your homework before letting you out to school?

[@Siatkowkarzadzi]

@@edz1228 That's completely inadequate example

[@AA-yf8cg]

Asal was brilliant and a good sportsman. Most exciting player on the tour.

[@peterhammer4644]

Asal and Gohar dominating isn't exactly what I would want in squash.

[@arkykk]

oh no, have they forgotten to ask you?!

[@mortazbeyyy]

Why?

[@RodrigoCampos-t1n]

​@@mortazbeyyyGohah's playing style relies heavily on aggressive and physically demanding tactics, with little variation. Her game is characterized by powerful hitting and minimal finesse, lacking "soft hands." This approach often leads to repetitive gameplay. Additionally, her emotional and aggressive on-court behavior causes confusion and public disapproval. In contrast, Asal also boasts impressive strength, but with more varied shots, including nick shots and "soft hands." His unique movement, adapted to his physical build, requires exceptional strength. However, his on-court behavior has historically been problematic, exploiting physical contact to gain advantage, resulting in suspensions and criticism. Collaboration with James Willstrop appears to have improved his conduct, as seen in the final.

[@kiwikiwi223]

@@peterhammer4644 it's good I like it haha

[@cscoetzee]

@@mortazbeyyy Because they are both proven cheats. Gohar is insanely happy and gracious when she wins but when she loses she can barely shake her opponent's hand, and sometimes not even. See match where Elaraby beat her, for example.

[@Themethodmix]

I’m so glad that Asal’s etiquette and sportsmanship has matured to meet his incredible squash. I always knew he had it in him. Some players veil their blocking-but Asal’s movement has none of that. I believe we can also see Ramy Ashour’s indelible attacking influence upon both these players and the modern game in general. Is there anything else for Asal to work on? Enjoy youth and a very special squash talent- but start to explore many different movement paradigms and yoga in order to drift away on the reliance upon youthful speed and lack of orthopedic limits-because age eventually visits everyone. It’s a shame that Ashour’s career was cut relatively short (by injury) in comparison to Mohamed El Shorbagy. What did El Shorbagy learn from Hadrian Stiff for example would be a good place to start. Put in some work under Gaultier as well.

[@gpurcell9424]

the commentators mention 'all the stoppages and reviews' but they were edited out for some reason?

[@cscoetzee]

Are you perhaps basing your assumptions on the fact that the highlights video does not show the constant stoppages and referee involvement?

[@Themethodmix]

@@cscoetzee yes

[@cscoetzee]

Match plagued by traffic issues and ref involvement... in an Asal match? Surely not.

[@KolChuBirke]

Great win Asal...love to see the clean play!

[@cscoetzee]

You base your comments on selected highlights...?

[@ahmedyoussef4147]

I saw the replay it was clean free flowing squash ​@cscoetzee

[@cscoetzee]

@@ahmedyoussef4147 Then why did PSA Squash Tour report it otherwise? "Farag looked more unsettled in the fourth game as traffic issues continued to plague the final...." Why the remarks by the commentators?

[@ahmedyoussef4147]

@cscoetzee did you see the whole match asal was 8_6 down in the 3th then he litterly put 5 winners and won 11-8 it was the the cleanest match between them from any other match match 4th game was 4 designs 3 yes let in row so this why they say traffic issuies and one no let and other points was winners and errors overall it was free flowing with low desicions can you see the match if you see it you will change your oponinion and ali farag post match interview he say it was good match free flowing and he thought he was winning and he had him in the 3th but asal put amazing winners with so much experience this is his post match interview

[@cscoetzee]

@@ahmedyoussef4147 Fair enough! I will buy the match and watch it.

[@thefamilycat86]

Cracking !

[@Strik3Fr33dom2]

Farag seems kinda out today,

[@kepoboomin]

I agree. Unlike him to hit so many high

[@gnfcom]

yeah maybe a little tired after the SF

[@nisacraft9162]

Totally agree , otherwise it’s farag who never let others to win

[@HEALTHANDWEALTHCHANNEL-h6o]

I also heard the glass floors prevent any heroic retrievals players like Farag and Coll are accustomed to

[@lazylama6]

Nobody likes playing Asal, look how many times Farag had to take a weird line to the ball, because Asal was still in the way. Asal is still disrupting other players normal movement patterns. He just got more subtle about it.

[@lukasw9614]

the audio is off. Why are PSA TV employees smooth brained?

[@harrythesimulationguy]

Bit harsh

5:48 'The head is completely capitulated inside the brain of Ali Farag' :D

[@marraamsterdam7185]

Asal....GOAT....MY NR.1 PLAYER

[@GodWearsGucci134]

just a couple points away from that Rank 1, wp Asal

[@GG-gk7jn]

Congrats to Farag !

[@jadeyork4919]

Asal is now the world's best player

[@Hudasama810]

Wow

[@marcoscampos1110]

Finaly Mr. Asal becomming a sportsman

[@cscoetzee]

Why? They didn't show the constant stoppages and referee involvement In the highlights video.

[@11Itchyknuckles]

For those of you who say Asal isn’t a fool anymore… 4:49

[@klintonspuyt434]

Salad the playa.... wow good lesson for Ali...

[@klintonspuyt434]

Asal the playa..

[@TheN00bPolice]

Yet another final that Farag lets Asal win

[@rodeolo1]

Exhibition squash for Hong Kong spectators

[@kiwikiwi223]

Yeah Asal made ali look pretty average. Too many winners compared to Elias

[@kiwikiwi223]

Asal too good for Ali as of late

[@lazylama6]

Still disrupting Farag's movement by staying in the path to the ball. Asal has never beaten the other top players without using his unlawful tactics. Don't understand why the PSA still let this happen. No one plays as good as they can play when they play Asal. Ramy Ashour beat his opponents with squash. Asal does with blocking. Just sad.

[@kiwikiwi223]

@lazylama6 that's just your opinion lol. He's beaten them all without blocking haha

[@michaelmitchell8567]

Unlucky Ali!

[@Datingtom1234]

Men commentary plz.

[@tommasosarri9680]

Ali Is afraid of asal. It's something that begins well before the match. I've Always noticed that. He plays paralyzed somehow, stunned by what asal could do. Nothing tò Say about the devastating quality of the RB but that problem exist and iam not sure It can be solved easely.

[@networkn]

Don't be daft.

[@tommasosarri9680]

@networkn don't be superficial. If you don't or you can't understand just accept It. It's not your fault.

[@networkn]

@tommasosarri9680 shh adults are talking.

[@tommasosarri9680]

@networkn right

[@philgarrett5498]

Changing of the guard?

[@Bast-kavothe]

Broadcasting and commentating 101 should don’t make so much noise drinking and messing about with water bottles. Unbelievable

[@RocknStuzz]

I stopped watching professional squash because of Asal, shame he's going to be at the top for a long time. Just wait and watch him be the reason squash is 1 and done being at the Olympics.

[@lazylama6]

Same here, classless cheating man child has ruined the PSA for me. And the PSA is letting it happen.

[@kiwikiwi223]

You guys are both soft go have a cry 😂

[@RocknStuzz]

@@kiwikiwi223 auw, little Asal fanboi can't handle crisitsm of his widdle hero, feel sorry for you lol.

[@kiwikiwi223]

@@RocknStuzz haha cringe. I'm not the one who stopped watching a sport because of one person 😂

[@humbertohenriqueuk]

Would rather have male commentators on men's squash and female commentators on ladies squash.

[@markpoirier7288]

Yup

[@ckoegl]

Why?

[@BeakFoundry]

How does this affect your viewing experience?

[@CheapHomeTech]

Asal always get's my blood flowing. Top it off with two women commentators and I had best unsub before I die.