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David Troy Palmer OAM (born 28 June 1976 in Lithgow, New South Wales) is an Australian retired professional squash player. He won the Super Series finals in 2002, the World Open in 2002 and 2006; the British Open in 2001, 2003, 2004 and 2008; and the Australian Open in 2008.
“My boyhood dream has come true,” said Commonwealth Games wonder Gold Medallist, two-time world champion, David Palmer. Now nearing his 42 second birthday, one of the most accomplished athletes in the sport’s history can finally retire for once and for all.
After his PSA success in 2001, Palmer turned his attention on the World Team Championships, and led hosts Australia to a 3-0 victory over title-holders England in the semi-finals, then took the trophy with a 3-0 win over Egypt in the final in Melbourne.
The exercise David described was all about covering both the middle of the court, looking for the volley – something he was very known for. From this position, he would have to hit deep and then go back and boast the ball back to Shaun at the front and the rally would continue.
David was the Australian U19 Champion before turning professional in 1995. Coached and managed by Shaun Moxham, David is based in Antwerp, Belgium and has represented Australia with distinction since 1998, including the 1998 and 2002 Commonwealth Games, and leading his country to success in the 2003 World Team Championships
DAVID PALMER, the young Australian who stunned the squash world by winning his first British Open title earlier this year, is raring to go as the new season approaches.
Aug 28, 2020 · As a squash player, David Palmer was the master of digging deep, finding ways to capitalize on his strengths and come back to win crucial matches. He has pulled out wins when many would have counted him out.
