The Archive · 1941

Resumption of Davis Cup Next Year Predicted

Sir Norman "Brookes, President of the Australian Lawn Tennis Association, predicts a resumption of Davis Cup tennis next year. Sir Norman based his prediction upon Russia's entry into the wor. which he said "assures us of a comparatively early victory."

There are prospects that Australia could collect a strong team if the Davis Cup competition is resumed. Among those available are Adrian Quist, who was rejected for military Service; Doug Bromwich, at present doing national military service; Colin Long, stationed in Palestine where he recently won the singles championship of thet country; Lieut. Dah Turnbul, with the army abroad and Lieut. R. Schlesinger.

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