Nicol, Wee Wern and Mohd Nafiizwan advance to quarterfinals

WOMEN's World number one squash player Datuk Nicol David launched her eighth title quest by moving into the quarterfinals of the CIMB Malaysian Open championship by thrashing Donna Urquhart of Australia at the National Squash Centre in Bukit Jalil, here last night.

Nicol David As Malaysia's Most Successful Sports Icon : PM (VIDEO & 5 PHOTOS)

PUTRAJAYA, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak hailed national squash queen Datuk Nicol Ann David on Monday as the country's most successful sports icon, saying her ability to defend the world title for six consecutive years is unmatched.

Speaking to reporters after receiving a courtesy call by the World No. 1 squash player at his office here, Najib expressed the hope that her success would spur other athletes to similarly excel in their respective sports.