TENNIS.

Hokitika Guardian, 12 September 1925, Page 1

TENNIS.

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Tildeu defeated liorotra in one of the most .sensational bailies in Davis Cup history. The champion was forced to the limit and only succeeded through superior generalship. “The bouncing basque” with his material spirit undaunted, succumbed to weariness after racing from side to side of the court. Tildon took olf his shoos to avoid slipping on the smooth grass, while lirotra. on one occasion, fell on his knees, exhausted, striking futilely at the hall. Doth players appeared tired out in the fourth and filth sets. Bnrotra rising io superior heights. F.vett when on the verge of collapse lit' hat tiled on. his sheer nerve bringing olf most dazzling shots in an effort to check Tilden’s smashing attack. In the end Tilden's reserve strength and steadiness at the crucial moments gave him the victory, although it was one of the closest calls he has ever Imd. Burnt ru's net play was his greatest asset. Time after time he cut olf Tilden’s drives at the net or returned them for placement strokes. which seemed certain points for the American.

I.ncostc. in his match, was constantly driving out in a baseline duel, but bat t let 1 heroically. The Californian hit with smashing power and beautiful precision. In the third game the Wimbledon winner pulled himself together. breaking through Johnston’', service to win the set hut he was tinable in maintain the pace in the tiual.