The Archive · 1938

Hare Unable to Play Tennis for Britain

SPRCIAL, ro me London, Feb. 1

Great "Britain's Davis Chances, never considered br since the loss of Fred Perry, have been further lessened by the inability of Charles Edgar Hare, ranked among the first four in Britain, to-take his place in the British -team this year.

According to an announcement to-day, Hare is taking pra business appofhtmtent 4n the United States and will probably be wnablé to"rétürn for the Davis Cup matches, and may also be unable to play at Wimbledon.

He was one of the four Briton who unsuccessfully' defended the Davis Cup last year against the United States. although he put up an- unexpectedly great fight against Donald Budge.—Reuter. chances, sent over more dangerous crosses. The inside men were inclined to hang on to the ball longer than was necessary. The half line and the backs indulged in long kicking as a means of clearing their own lines and initiating attacks, Kabbert, who had more to do than Peasgood, brought off a number good saves to play a big part in the victory of his side. referee was Mr. F. C. Hale.

Westwood, Douglas. Jack, Greenber

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