I cannot remember any other person who brought so much excitement to squash. I might suggest Shabana but Ramy is utterly on a different level to everyone else. I recall Jahangir and Jansher's dominance but the style of play at that time to put it bluntly was not really inspiring as their fitness dominated their game so much that the rallies just went on and on until the opponent just collapsed from fatigue. Ramy is the short game super-specialist and can kill off nearly everyone when he's in the groove without using fitness or stamina. Damn I'm sounding like a groupie, but that's exactly what Ramy has brought to the game......AWE!
Agreed Tony -- I've had the pleasure of watching many of the great players live -- for example, Geoff Hunt, Jonah Barrington, Jansher Khan, Rod Martin, Rod Eyles and John White. For me, many of them were relentless and somewhat robotic -- none had the same sublime skills that Ramy demonstrates -- as you say, he's on a different level (sorry, I'm being a bit harsh on those other great players!). Also pleased to see that Ramy is a great sportsman. Australian Tristan Nancarrow was a talented and freakish player, but his temperament let him down
Love watching the highlights from PSA SquashTV. Ramy looks healthy. Some of his gets were unbelievable. So many great set up shots to force Gawad into loose shots. I hope Ramy has an injury free year!!!
Two of the best magicians in squash. Still can't believe ashour racket control - great Reflexes near the front wall and great speed and depth (from a relatively short backswing) 👌. Gawad's retrieval is immense 👍
Great to see Ramy back -- Gawad is a great player and I love watching his game, but at times Ramy really made him struggle. Also interesting to see some of Ramy's drives hit with such ferocity that they moved sideways off the front wall.A great match!
One question, I am relatively new to this domain...why is everybody so obsessed with Ramy Ashour? Also he seems to be the only player referred to by his first name.
The main reason is that he's unbelievable talented, and many believe he could potentially be the number 1 if it wasn't because of the injury problems he's been having, which constantly force him to retire from tournaments. So, at least in my case, I am very excited when he is in good shape and can participate! Hopefully this year we can see him in many tournaments!
To make an ice hockey comparison, he would be Sidney Crosby. There were great players before him that totally dominated the game (Jahangir Khan, Jansher Khan and Jonathon Power), but perhaps none posessed the raw talent that Ramy does. It's unbelievable how much he dominates the court when he's healthy.
James Willstrop says in his book that there are two types of squash he's played: normal squash, and squash against Ramy Ashour. His footwork and wrist position are so weird that you'd probably get yelled at by your coach if you try to copy his style (there are ppl play like him but he's probably the only person who can still pull this off when competing at the highest level). When he's on fire he doesn't grind his opponent down like typical top pros do, instead he completely dismantles them.
M0odez another of the big differences between Ramy and his contemporaries is his ability to volley more balls -- many other players are content to play ground strokes off the back wall when confronted with their opponent's drive, but Ramy just waves his magic wand and caresses the ball into the front corner (or drives it deep -- or plays a fading boast) Great stuff!
I cannot remember any other person who brought so much excitement to squash. I might suggest Shabana but Ramy is utterly on a different level to everyone else. I recall Jahangir and Jansher's dominance but the style of play at that time to put it bluntly was not really inspiring as their fitness dominated their game so much that the rallies just went on and on until the opponent just collapsed from fatigue. Ramy is the short game super-specialist and can kill off nearly everyone when he's in the groove without using fitness or stamina. Damn I'm sounding like a groupie, but that's exactly what Ramy has brought to the game......AWE!
Agreed Tony -- I've had the pleasure of watching many of the great players live -- for example, Geoff Hunt, Jonah Barrington, Jansher Khan, Rod Martin, Rod Eyles and John White. For me, many of them were relentless and somewhat robotic -- none had the same sublime skills that Ramy demonstrates -- as you say, he's on a different level (sorry, I'm being a bit harsh on those other great players!). Also pleased to see that Ramy is a great sportsman. Australian Tristan Nancarrow was a talented and freakish player, but his temperament let him down
Tony Tan for me, nick Matthew is my favorite player to watch and the one who gives me the most interesting watching experience
well put!
Great job Gawad, stay in this good shape and you'll have success. Welcome back Ramy!
He certainly did.
Love watching the highlights from PSA SquashTV. Ramy looks healthy. Some of his gets were unbelievable. So many great set up shots to force Gawad into loose shots. I hope Ramy has an injury free year!!!
It's just not the same when hes gone
Two of the best magicians in squash. Still can't believe ashour racket control - great Reflexes near the front wall and great speed and depth (from a relatively short backswing) 👌.
Gawad's retrieval is immense 👍
Sorry everyone but Ramy is the king of squash
Best tournament in a awhile very entertaining.. Awesome level of squash.. Love how Gawad is Soo effortless and calm
Great to see Ramy back -- Gawad is a great player and I love watching his game, but at times Ramy really made him struggle. Also interesting to see some of Ramy's drives hit with such ferocity that they moved sideways off the front wall.A great match!
wow the legend is back
Always enjoy watching Ramy on court... Made my day.
Really love watching Ramy~ So clean and good landing
He's BACK!
Ramy is back and with a bang! Hands down to Gawad for putting up a great performance
Ramy is a great guy! So glad he won a tournament this year! :)
Ramy has got Squash flowing in his blood... he has got some fantastic front boost n nice vollies....
7:13 shot of the month
Great start... I hope he can remain healthy for the season, El Shorbagy needs the competition.
exciting♥♥
the king's return
Great to see Ramy back playing well!
Go Ramy!
RAMYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY
All the new paintings on the tombs they do the Squash dance don't you know...
can you upload the match please
Great to have him back, true magician !!
That missed low-five at 9:52 was funny.
I even like Ramy more than Mohamed El Shorbagy
Love it :)
The genius Ramy far more entertaining than borring Elshorbagy
Elshorbagy is not boring
Nice moving
One question, I am relatively new to this domain...why is everybody so obsessed with Ramy Ashour? Also he seems to be the only player referred to by his first name.
The main reason is that he's unbelievable talented, and many believe he could potentially be the number 1 if it wasn't because of the injury problems he's been having, which constantly force him to retire from tournaments. So, at least in my case, I am very excited when he is in good shape and can participate! Hopefully this year we can see him in many tournaments!
To make an ice hockey comparison, he would be Sidney Crosby. There were great players before him that totally dominated the game (Jahangir Khan, Jansher Khan and Jonathon Power), but perhaps none posessed the raw talent that Ramy does. It's unbelievable how much he dominates the court when he's healthy.
Go watch some of his megarallies. He has charisma on the court, a bit more personality than a lot of the players. A very cerebral player, if you will.
James Willstrop says in his book that there are two types of squash he's played: normal squash, and squash against Ramy Ashour. His footwork and wrist position are so weird that you'd probably get yelled at by your coach if you try to copy his style (there are ppl play like him but he's probably the only person who can still pull this off when competing at the highest level). When he's on fire he doesn't grind his opponent down like typical top pros do, instead he completely dismantles them.
It's possible he's called by his first name because his older brother Hisham used to also play on the tour (retired 2-3 years ago?).
@6:12 clear double... why wasn't it called?!
It wasn't a double.
it hit the back wall not floor
Y do u guys like army more then everyone else
His unique movement style, racket preparation, unbelievable backhand volley power, deception and variation are my favourite parts of his game :D
M0odez another of the big differences between Ramy and his contemporaries is his ability to volley more balls -- many other players are content to play ground strokes off the back wall when confronted with their opponent's drive, but Ramy just waves his magic wand and caresses the ball into the front corner (or drives it deep -- or plays a fading boast) Great stuff!
can you upload the match please