"The event to me is a major aim, I would love to win it as it is the last event of the year, and as the number one seed I plan to win it, insha allah.

"It is awesome that we get the chance to play in front of a nation’s crowd who are like family to us and hope that we as Egyptians perform well."

"The inaugural Saudi Arabian Squash Championships in 2005 was a much anticipated event.

"All PSA Players set a real target to perform well for this final event of the year.

"It is an event which will make or break a player’s squash year - in that the high level of prize money will ensure a Player’s ranking stays high if the performance is good, or drop if the performance is bad.

"The 2006 event brings just as much excitement as last year. It is once again the final Professional event of the year, and all the players are excited by the prospect."

"I must say I’m quite impressed with the organisation.

"I was having trouble to get my visa, as I will be coming straight from Doha for the Asian Games, and Ziad actually called the relevant authorities in London, who have now accepted to give me my visa in London…!

"So, that’s really a good start….. And it’s a big tournament, big points, big money…!"

"I always look forward to visiting new countries, as I’ve never been to Saudi, and I’ve got quite an easy draw, as I play a young player called Gregory Gaultier, and then it gets better, Thierry, David…

"So, I’m really looking forward to playing Greg, I still enjoy playing squash as much I have ever done…"

"This will be my first time in Saudi Arabia and I am looking forward to participating in the Saudi International.

"It's always good to see new events establish themselves on the PSA Tour, especially ones of the stature of Saudi. Let's hope Ziad continues to support the PSA Tour for many years to come."