WORLD SPRINT TITLE
Eddie Tolan is prepared to defend His world's professional sprint title in Australia next year, according to Mr. C. J. Stewart, managing director of Maribvrnong Running Company, Victoria. "I met Tolan at Michigan and ho Was in great condition," said Mr. Stewart, who has returned from ;i tour abroad. "Since his successful visit to Australia in 1935 he has continued light training. He would have returned here this year if we could-have found suitable opponents.'' Mr. Stewart also saw ,)ps«e Owens, who won the 100 and 220 yards, and broad jump at the 19.% Olympic 6antes, and is now a professional. "Owens has a perfect physical make-up. and is always wonderfully fit." he said. "He is interested in Australia. and would like to come here later on."
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New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXV, Issue 23226, 21 December 1938, Page 21
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