TENNIS.
'FJec.'Td. Copyright— United Press Assn.) {Australian and N.Z. Cable Association.) LONDON, June 10. A newspaper controversy is proceeding regarding the British Isles Davis Cup selections, owing to the eligibility of Randolph and Lyce,tt and also F. Mi B. Fisher to play m the British team, according to international regulations, rule 9, seeing that Lycett was born at Birmingham nnd Fisher has qualified residcntially. Both are playing great games at ''.he present tournament, showing tlie strongest double "throughout the coun;tiy. Some newspapers are urging ihat [Australia will not resent their inclusion. Other critics explain that the Australians are fine sports and would not dream of offering an objection.
In the ladies' final Miss Ryan is leading from Mrs. MoNair, 4— 3. It was decided to finish ihe match at the Eastbourne tournament. LONDON, June 11. At Bcckenham m the semi-finals of the singles Shimidzu beat P.- Lowe, C — o, C — 2, [and Kingscote beat A. Lowe o— 3,' 2— 6, 6—l.
In the final Kingscote beat Shimidzu. 7-5, 3— 2. Shimidzu retired. / thunderstorm delayed Ihe match and interfered with play during the first set.
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Poverty Bay Herald, Volume XLVII, Issue 15241, 14 June 1920, Page 7
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