 Bristow must be considered as Whitcombe's nemesis at the World Championship.In his 13 appearances at the championships, Whitcombe met Bristow 6 times and lost every time, including a quarter final in 1991 where Whitcombe lost 3–4 despite having been 3 sets and 2 legs up at one stage.However, in other Major championships like the British Matchplay and the World Masters, Whitcombe defeated Bristow in both the semi and finals.