LATE SPORTING

Evening Star, Issue 22026, 11 May 1935, Page 20

LATE SPORTING

DAVIS GUP ; AUSTRALIA V. NEW ZEALAND Preu A»*ociation—By Telegraph-Copyright LONDON, May 10. (Received May 11, at 11 a.m.) Referring to the Davis Cup match between Australia and New Zealand, Hopman, the ‘ Sun-Herald’s ’ correspondent, says: “I confidently predict a clean sweep for the Australian, players, basing my forecast not only on their great reputation, but because they have revealed, considerably greater strength than New Zealand in practice. Andrews is the best. New Zealander since the war, but he is now waning. Stedman has improved. He has a fast, consistent forehand, and a flat, fast service, but he is guileless and has no variety. His backhand is definitely weak. Both Crawford and M'Grath. should 'win all the singles untroubled without losing a set unless they relax on the last day. Steflman and Malfroy have the greatest chance in the doubles. Both have improved their doubles play.. MESSAGE FROM MR FORBES. LONDON, May 10. v (Received May 11, at 11 a.m.) Mr Forbes, who is spending the weekend as the guest of Lord Moyne, telegraphed the New Zealand tennis players: “ New Zealand wishes you the best of luck in your Davis Cup match with Australia. Kia Ora.” LANCASHIRE CRICKET CLUB Press Association—By Telegraph—Copyright LONDON, May 10. (Received May 11, at 12.5 p.m.) Lancashire is resuming its fixtures with Nottingham in 1936. WOMEN'S GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP s \ [Per United Press Association.] TIMARU, MAY 11. The South Canterbury women’s golf championship resulted in Miss J. Horwell defeating Miss Pringle, 4 up and 3 to, play.