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Fred Perry (GB) shakes hands with his opponent George Lott
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Fred Perry (GB) shakes hands with his opponent George Lott
Fred Perry (GB) shakes hands with his opponent George Lott (USA at the Wimbledon Mens Quarterfinals 1934
Fred Perry won 6-4 2-6 7-5 10-8
Fred Perry won Wimbledon in 1934, 1935, and 1936
Picture taken 2nd July 1934
Malindine
Daily MirrorDaily Herald
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
C9022
Media ID 21838529
© Mirrorpix
1934 Back Hand Competition Court Fred Perry Gentleman Grass Grass Court Greet Greeting Hand Shake Handshake Long Trousers Racket Racquet Shake Hands Sportsman Sportsmanship Stretch Stretching Trousers Whites Wimbledon Wooden Wooden Racquet Greets Stroke
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from 1934, we witness a moment of sportsmanship and camaraderie at the Wimbledon Men's Quarterfinals. Fred Perry, representing Great Britain, extends his hand in a firm handshake to his opponent George Lott from the United States. The intensity of their match is palpable as they exchange pleasantries after an exhilarating battle on the grass court. Fred Perry emerged victorious with a hard-fought victory of 6-4,2-6,7-5,10-8 over George Lott. This triumph was just one among many for Perry, who went on to win Wimbledon consecutively in 1934,1935, and 1936. His exceptional talent and unwavering determination made him a force to be reckoned with during that era. The photograph captures not only the competitive spirit but also the grace and elegance associated with tennis in the early twentieth century. Both players are dressed impeccably in long trousers and pristine whites while clutching wooden racquets—a stark contrast to modern-day tennis equipment. As they stand near the net under London's summer sky, their outstretched arms symbolize respect for each other's skill and dedication to their craft. It serves as a reminder that even amidst fierce competition, true sportsmanship prevails. This remarkable image frozen in time allows us to relive a significant moment in sporting history—an era when athletes like Fred Perry embodied both excellence on the court and
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