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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 26, 1952

Page

6

Shock defeat shocks Sedgman and McGregor in doubles title

In a national doubles championship upset, Australian American pair Mervyn Rose and Vic Peters defeated Frank Sedgman and Ken McGregor in five sets, dominating early and fighting back as Sedgman saved four match points before Rose and Peters closed it out. Davis Cup captain Harry Hopman and Pett Harag won the men's veteran doubles title 34 4 20/3, their first time sharing the veteran crown.

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Dalray to Leave for Sydney on September 5

Champion New Zealand runner Dalray is heavily backed for the Metropolitan and will leave aboard the Monowal on September 5. Reports place him as a strong contender in the Metropolitan before Melbourne Cup duties in Victoria. Dalray has one Metropolitan win and three other strong showings, with rival Poleta also favored in the Chelmsford and linked to Melbourne Cup plans.

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Derby Munro Sedking Sixth Derby Win

The article reports Darby Munro riding Sedking to a sixth Derby triumph at Warwick Farm ahead of contenders in the Impreamy three year old mile event. It notes market movements for Derby favourites including Suncup, High Law, Dalray, Delta, and Melbourne Cup winner, with updates on barrier trials and anticipated betting shifts for the Metropolitan and Epsom events.

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Navy Final Bid Hinges on Cofirmed Coach Travers

Former international Travera will coach Navy this week for the preliminary at Northbourne on Saturday as the side seeks a grand final place. Suburbs and Royals clash in a key Royal Military College v Navy match with extra time possible to decide the winner.

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Three Killed in Racing Smash at Slagsburg

Three people died and 34 were injured when two motorcycles and two cars collided and crashed into a crowd during a race in Slagsburg yesterday. The injured, including the two drivers and attendees, were taken to a hospital for treatment.

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B T C Pays Almost £500000 in Taxation at Annual Meeting

At the B T C annual meeting chairman Mr W W Hill stated the Government gained about £16000 per race from racing and owners received around £7000 in prize money while turnover rose by about £500000 with betting schemes discussed.

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Canberra Football League Thrives Amid Rough Semi Final Clash

The Canberra Football League match featured brutal collisions as Manuka overwhelmed Queanbeyan in a hard fought semi final. Reg Allport stood out for Canberra while Manuka forwards and backs battled toughly. Turner and Dorman faced injuries impacting the teams going into the next round.

Canberra Hockey Stars Edge Goulburn Semi Final Comeback

Canberra Hockey ladies faced Goulburn in the women's semifinal. Canberra 1 was defeated 1-0 by Ajax but remained unbeaten to beat Laggan 2-1 in the semifinal before winning the final to claim the Wharton Cup. St. Christina's beat Boronia 3-1 in the local final. players Manning, LaHerety, Wellspring starred for Canberra with Price, Hamilton, Dunne for Boronia.

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