British squash duo Nick Matthew and James Willstrop ready to resume battle and keep world at bay James Willstrop, the world No 1, and Nick Matthew, the double world champion aiming for a hat-trick of titles in December, are the top seeds for the British Grand Prix in Manchester. And all eyes point to yet another tour final berth for one, if not both players come Monday evening. His body doesn't look damaged and he still has the hunger and drive to succeed. With world, Commonwealth and British titles already secured during a stellar two-year period before an injury lay-off last season saw Willstrop take over world No 1 in January, Matthew is still focused on overtaking his rival. In total, Matthew has spent 15 months as world No 1 and has played down the importance of regaining the position in the past. Would he be so concerned if it was a player other than Willstrop at the top? Probably not, but it only serves to highlight the mouth-watering contests ahead this season. "At his age, you can't get yourself up for every tournament, but James and Nick will be going at each other this year, that's for sure," Pearson added. Nick's won everything. He had two goals this year: the World and British Opens and he knew the No 1 position was going to go. Going for a third world title in Qatar is unprecedented for a Briton and will be quite something if he can pull it off. Both will be provided with tough first round opposition in Manchester. Willstrop, the No 1 seed, plays Daryl Selby, while Matthew faces another Englishman, Tom Richards.