World Number one Nick Matthew defeated Frenchman Gregory Gaultier 3-1 in the final game of the World Open in Rotterdam on Sunday.

The defending champion fell behind in the first game 6/9 but then won three straight games 11/9, 11/6 and 11/5 to claim his second World title.

In the women contest, Malaysian Nicol David confirmed that she is unbeatable after defeating Jenny Duncalf from England in straight games 11/2, 11/5, 11/0.

The 28-year old player claimed her sixth World title in seven years.