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England's Declan James produced a sublime performance to down Abdulla Mohd Al Tamimi in straight games in the final of the Nash Cup, PSA M15 tournament to capture his third consecutive PSA World Tour title.

James had negotiated dramatic five game encounters in both his quarter-final and semi-final matches, putting both Shawn Delierre and Richie Fallows to the sword. Al Tamimi meanwhile blitzed past number three seed Eddie Charlton before defeating Kristian Frost Olesen to book his place in the showpiece event.

Al Tamimi started superbly in the first game, nullifying James's physical advantage to build up an early lead. However, James changed up his game and responded by unleashing a barrage of accurate volleys to turn the tables and claim a one game advantage.

The pair traded blows in the second game with Al Tamimi trying to move James off the 'T' while the rangy World No.51 tried to push his opponent to the back of the court with some well-placed volleys. Some unforced errors on Al Tamimi's part allowed James to edge ahead and double his lead with victory in the second game.

Nottingham-born James shot into an early lead in the third and final game before an injury to Al Tamimi resulted in a break in play. James continued his dominance after the break and, despite a late comeback from Al Tamimi, he held firm to seal an 11-9, 13-11, 11-7 victory – lifting his 7th PSA World Tour title in the process.

“Last week [at the Champion Fiberglass Open] was my biggest ever PSA World Tour title win and a week later I surpassed it,” said James.

“It’s been a great two weeks, the best in my career so far. After two 90 minute matches I was pretty tired this morning. My practice went great this afternoon though so I was ready to go.

“My game plan was so important tonight. I had to volley and close out his angles by keeping it very straight. If I gave Abdullah angles then he would be unbeatable for me.

“When I stuck to my plan I was winning and when I didn’t then he was winning. It’s been a perfect start to the season and the last two weeks should help me rise into the mid 40’s in the World Rankings so I can start to look to the top 30. I really want to build on this momentum.

“I love the Nash Cup and I have played for a few years here while never progressing past the quarters. Now I’m the winner. The club and members here are amazing and look after us so well.

“It's been a great week and a great tournament.”

Result – Final: Nash Cup 2015

[4] Declan James (ENG) bt [7] Abdulla Mohd Al Tamimi (QAT) 3-0: 11-9, 13-11, 11-7 (55m)