TENNIS.

Hokitika Guardian, 3 December 1920, Page 3

TENNIS.

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SYDNEY, Dec. 2

The Australian tennis team were passengers by the Maheno to-day for Auckland, viz—Brooks, Patersen, Heath and O’Hara Wood.

DAVIS CUP POSSIBILITIES. (Received This Day at 11.30 a.m.) SYDNEY, Dec. 3. The “Herald” critic, discussing the Davis Cup representatives, says in view of Brookes defeat by Peach in the Victorian semi-finals O’Hara-Wood most probably will bo Australasia’s second string in the singles. Patterson showed improving play throughout the Victorian contests and again proved himself our leading singles player. His present form should stand hiiq well at Auckland.

The “Sun” critic thinks Patterson good enough to win against both Americans and as regards the doubles, if Brookes is well and Patterson plays up to form, Australiaßia’s chances are distinctly good. TENNIS CHAMPIONS. (Received This Day at 11.30 a.m.) SYDNEY, Dec. 3. A number of officials of the Tennis Association and leading players, inch ing Olliver, sailed by the Maheno. Patterson, speaking at the farewell, said they were up against it this time but had quite a reasonable chance of retaining the Cup and springing a surprise upon the Americans. Brookes said he was loth to speak optimistically, which might have an effect on their training and cause over confidence.