The danger creeps in quietly. An early exit. A handshake too soon. The slow trudge from stage to backstage. When that pattern begins to repeat itself, the psychological sediment accumulates...

Ashley, made his return by taking the early lead in Group C after winning four of his five matches ...

Price’s own voyage to the final was no serene cruise. Against Gian van Veen, he trailed 3-1... Survival first. Style later.