The Wimbledon Final That Never Was . . .: And Other Tennis Tales from a By-Gone

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The Wimbledon Final That Never Was . . . by Sidney Wood, David Wood, David Wood, MR Sidney Wood won the 1931 Wimbledon title by default over Frank Shields – his school buddy, doubles partner, roommate, and Davis Cup team-mate – in one of the most curious episodes in sports history. This title tells the tale of how Shields was ordered by the US Tennis Association not to compete in the championship match. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The only time in the history of Wimbledon that the mens singles final was not played is told in detail by the crowned champion in this illuminating tennis biography. Sidney Wood won the 1931 Wimbledon title by default over Frank Shields-his school buddy, doubles partner, roommate, and Davis Cup teammate-in one of the most curious episodes in sports history. Wood tells the tale of how Shields was ordered by the U.S. Tennis Association not to compete in the championship match so that he could rest his injured knee in preparation for an upcoming Davis Cup match. Three years later the story continues when he and Shields played a match at the Queens Club for the Wimbledon trophy. Also included are a compilation of short stories that deliver fascinating anecdotes of the 1930s and a signature document of the play and styles of 20th-century tennis legends. Author Biography Sidney Woodwas an American tennis player who was crowned mens singles champion at Wimbledon in 1931. He was also a singles finalist at the 1935 U.S. Championships, played for the U.S. Davis Cup team in both 1931 and 1934, and was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1964. David Wood is Sidneys son Review “Even if you have never picked up a tennis racket or watched a tennis match, you will unconditionally enjoy this wonderful book about a bygone era when athletes were gentlemen first and competitors second… Woods tales of the now (and then) famous is delightful, and at times sobering.” — “[Wood] is George Plimpton-esque in his marvelous prose which gives one a Great Gatsby feel to recollections of the champions he competed (very successfully) against and then observed through the modern era of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.” — (July 14, 2011) “The books charm lies in the way it recreates early 20th century tennis history… A rich source of stories about tennis history.” — Long Island Tennis Magazine (December 1, 2011) Review Quote “[Wood] is George Plimpton-esque in his marvelous prose which gives one a Great Gatsby feel to recollections of the champions he competed (very successfully) against and then observed through the modern era of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.” Details ISBN0942257847 Author David Wood, MR Short Title WIMBLEDON FINAL THAT NEVER WAS Language English ISBN-10 0942257847 ISBN-13 9780942257847 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2011 Publication Date 2011-06-01 Subtitle And Other Tennis Tales from a By-Gone Era UK Release Date 2011-06-01 Imprint New Chapter Press,U.S. Place of Publication Pound Ridge Country of Publication United States NZ Release Date 2011-06-01 US Release Date 2011-06-01 Pages 200 Publisher New Chapter Press,U.S. DEWEY 796.342 Audience General AU Release Date 2011-09-06 Illustrations Illustrations We’ve got this At The Nile, if you’re looking for it, we’ve got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items – you’re bound to find what you want, at a price you’ll love! TheNile_Item_ID:136547832;

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