The defending champion has been battling the crowd as much as his opponents this week, and despite struggling for large periods of the event, he has relinquished just three sets in advancing to the final. "Champions find a way, that's what they do." Wayne Mardle's remarks midway through Price's semi-final showdown against Stephen Bunting proved prophetic, as 'The Iceman' roared back from 2-0 down to keep his title defence alive in dramatic fashion. Xavi has spoken out over speculation Sergio Aguero is set to retire because of heart problems, indicating the Barcelona forward's situation remains uncertain. Quarterback Derek Carr has shaken the once conservative approach that might have deterred a player of Beckham's expertise in the past and possesses the arm to truly give the former Giants man the green light to run and run. It should be said he also awaits as a perfect arm-round-the-shoulder teammate that could inspire the best from somebody who responds well to that kind of treatment.