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Fred Perry competing at The Mens singles Wimbledon Championships in 1934 on the centre
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Fred Perry competing at The Mens singles Wimbledon Championships in 1934 on the centre
Fred Perry competing at The Mens singles Wimbledon Championships in 1934 on the centre court.
Fred is pictured playing a forehand shot against Czechoslovakia player
Roderich Menzel (R Menzel). Fred Perry won the match
0-6 6-3 5-7 6-4 6-2
Fred Perry won Wimbledon Mens Championships in 1934, 1935, and 1935
Picture taken 28th June 1934
Daily Herald
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
C8952
Media ID 21839353
© Mirrorpix
1934 Centre Court Competition Court Fred Perry Grass Grass Court Long Trousers Racket Racquet Spectators Sportsman Stretch Stretching Trousers Whites Wimbledon Wooden Racquet Forehand
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This print takes us back to the thrilling atmosphere of the 1934 Wimbledon Championships, where tennis legend Fred Perry showcased his exceptional skills on the hallowed Centre Court. In this particular match, Perry is captured in action as he executes a powerful forehand shot against formidable Czechoslovakia player Roderich Menzel. The intensity and determination etched on their faces reflect the high-stakes nature of this gripping encounter. Despite losing the first set with a scoreline of 0-6, Perry's unwavering resolve propelled him to mount an incredible comeback. With sheer grit and strategic play, he managed to secure victory by triumphing over Menzel with a final scoreline of 0-6 6-3 5-7 6-4 6-2. This remarkable win not only solidified Perry's place in tennis history but also marked his first Wimbledon Men's Championship title. The image itself captures more than just two players engaged in fierce competition; it encapsulates an era defined by long trousers, wooden racquets, and traditional whites worn by both athletes and spectators alike. The grass court adds an authentic touch to this nostalgic snapshot from June 28th, 1934. As we admire this piece from Mirrorpix's Memory Lane Prints collection, we are transported back to a time when sportsmanship reigned supreme and Fred Perry emerged as one of tennis' most iconic figures through his remarkable achievements at Wimbledon during the early decades of the twentieth century.
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