D. Carson disposed of Mrs. B. Krenov end H. K. F. Li in the final of the Shanghai Mixed. Doubles Championip in two straight sets, by 6-1 and 6-4, on the Shanghai Lawn Tennis Association court at the Cercle Sportif Francais yesterday afternoon.
It took the champions only 35 minutes to retain the title which they have: won for, a number of years in the. past. Their fine understanding jand steadiness proved too much for the Krenov-Li partnership.
A heavy wind, blowing from the routh-cest marred the contest to Some extent as none of the players could: lob well. Mrs. Réader Harris themselves to blame as they' missed two easy shots.
Li gave his side the lead for the last time when he played well in the seventh game, which went to deuce on two occasions.
Carson then produced his best strokes to tie the score, for the last time, at 4-4. He smashed and volleyed to completely upset his opponents, winning the last two games easily.
Mr. M. Spiegler, Hon. Secretary of the Shanghai Lawn Tennis Association, made the presentation of prizes and congratulated both teams lor their fine play throughout the competition.
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